Orlando Cepeda

Playing for 17 seasons in the major leagues, mostly at first base but also in the outfield and, at the end of his career, as a designated hitter, Cepeda hit 379 home runs, had 2,351 hits, drove in 1,365 runs and finished his career with a batting average of .297. He was a unanimous selection as the National League’s rookie of the year with the Giants in 1958. Cepeda, who lived in Concord, Calif., held the title of community ambassador in the Giant organization at his death. His survivors include five sons, Hector, Orlando Jr., Carl, Malcolm and Ali.