Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg is dead at 65.

The Chicago Cubs star’s family posted notice of his death on Instagram Monday night.

“It is with heavy hearts we announce that Ryne passed away tonight in the comfort of his home,” Sandberg’s loved ones wrote, adding his wife, five children and several grandkids were with him.

Sandberg announced he was being treated for prostate cancer in January 2024 and gave fans often optimistic updates about his health. On July 16 he confessed that health challenges stopped him from getting to Wrigley Field to see his old team play, but liked what he was seeing from his very competitive ballclub.

Sandberg, known to fans as Ryno, was on hand to throw out the ceremonial first pitch on Opening Day at Wrigley Field in April.

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