Leo Ernest Durocher (July 27, 1905 - October 7, 1991), a well-known and influential American baseball figure, passed away in Daytona Beach, Florida on October 7, 1991 at the age of 86. Durocher made a lasting contribution to the sport as both a Major League Baseball (MLB) player and manager. He began his career in 1925 as an infielder for the New York Yankees, before joining the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1933. He played for the Dodgers until his retirement in 1937 and was named All-Star five times. As a manager, Durocher was known for his aggressive and often controversial style. He began his managerial career with the Cincinnati Reds in 1934 and served as the manager of six MLB teams, including the Brooklyn Dodgers (1939-1946), New York Giants (1948-1955), Chicago Cubs (1966-1972), and Houston Astros (1972-1973). He finished his career with a total of 2,008 wins, 1,709 losses, and a .540 winning percentage. He also led teams to the World Series four times, winning pennants with the Dodgers in 1941 and the Giants in 1951. Throughout his long career, Durocher was awarded several accolades, including Induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame (1994), Ford Frick Award (1985), and the U.S. Baseball Hall of Fame (1962). He is remembered with fondness by his family and friends, and his legacy will live on for many years to come.