“Dave Parker had more tools as far as running and his hitting, and he was stronger,” said Rice, who once asked Parker for one of his bats.

Dave Parker, a legendary outfielder who won an MVP and a World Series with Pittsburgh, has died, the team announced Saturday. He was 74.

Dave Parker of the 1979 world champion Pittsburgh Pirates before a game between the Pirates and the Baltimore Orioles at PNC Park May 21, 2014, in Pittsburgh. (Justin K. Aller/Getty Images) ...

One of the most beloved figures in Pittsburgh Pirates history, Dave Parker, has died, the MLB franchise confirmed Saturday. He was 74. Parker, affectionately known as "The Cobra," was named to ...

There are a lot of memories tied to Dave Parker’s 11 seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but a common theme from fans, teammates, and broadcasters is clear: the Cobra wasn’t just a great ...

Pittsburgh Pirates Chariman Bob Nutting released a statement about Parker, saying: “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Dave Parker.

Dave Parker, the longtime Pittsburgh Pirates star who will be inducted into baseball’s Hall of Fame next month, died Saturday, the team said. He was 74.

Pittsburgh Pirates legend Dave Parker has passed away at the age of 74, just a month before he was set to be enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame after being elected by the Classic Era Committee ...

Steelers extended condolences to the Pirates and Dave Parker’s family following the MLB legend’s passing at age 74.

An all-around talented five-tool player, Parker was drafted in 1970 by the Pirates and made his Major League debut with the club in 1973. He would go on to play 11 years with the Pirates, a span ...

Dave Parker's teammates, Hall of Famers, current Pirates react to his death: 'One of the greatest to ever do it' Nick Gonzales, who wears Parker's No. 39 with Pittsburgh, believes the number ...