MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL is mourning the loss of Jim Marshall, who has died aged 94 following a short illness.

The former New York Mets star's passing, which occurred on Monday, was sadly announced by the franchise's VP of alumni relations, Jay Horowitz.

In a post on X, Horowitz sadly wrote: "Jim Marshall, the oldest living Met, passed away last night after a short illness."

MLB fans were quick to pay tribute to the late Marshall, with one saying: "RIP."

Another said: "Prayers for his soul."

And another said: "RIP, Mr Marshall."

One remarked: "Such sad news . Condolences to his family and friends."

Another chimed in: "We’ve lost a ton of 62 'Mets this year and last."

Marshall's passing means there are now only six players left from the Mets' first-ever team, which was formed

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