Legendary New York Mets broadcaster and Hall of Fame ballplayer Ralph Kiner passed away today at 91 years-old.

Kiner was an original Mets broadcaster from 1962, and worked with Bob Murphy and Lindsey Nelson. In recent years Kiner laid back from the vigorous hours of broadcasting, but would occasionally grace the booth with a smile and story of the old days of America's favorite past time.

Although Kiner only managed to play 10 seasons in the big league's due to nagging injuries, he compiled 369 homeruns including a monstrous 54 homerun year in 1949. During his span of dominance at the plate, Kiner led the league every year from 1947 to 1952, reported Metsblog.

"Ralph Kiner was a giant in every sense of the word. His impact on Mets fans over 52 years in the booth is immeasurable. We will not only miss his insights and knowledge of the game, but more importantly, his engaging personality and huge heart.  Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kiner family," read a statement from the Mets broadcast station, SNY.

Kiner was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1975, and into the Mets Hall of Fame in 1984.