Former Phils manager Danny Ozark dies

PHILADELPHIA - May 7, 2009 - Team officials say Ozark died Thursday morning at his home in Vero Beach.

Ozark led the Phillies to three consecutive National League East titles in the late 1970s but fell short of the World Series each time. He became manager of the Phillies in 1973 and was named Associated Press Manager of the Year in 1976 after leading the Phillies to a 101-61 record.

Ozark had a 594-510 record in seven seasons in Philadelphia. A year after his departure the Phillies won their first World Series under manager Dallas Green.

Ozark is survived by his wife, Ginny, two children and three grandchildren.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

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