"Wonderful" Willie Smith dies, he was 66.

[RBi]

Willie Smith died of an apparent heart attack at his home in Anniston, Alabama. He was 66.

Willie Smith started his career in the Negro Leagues, and he broke into the Majors with the Tigers in 1963. Willie went on to play for the Angels, Indians, Cubs and Reds.

Smith was a member of the Cubs organization from 1968-1970.

Below is his player profile:
http://www.baseball-almanac.com/players/player.php?p=smithwi02

My condolences to his family and friends.

[Cubsfan97]

Wow. It must have been rough for him coming from the Negros. Do you have any of his stats with the Negro League?

[Love the Cubs 23]

Wille was a GREAT Cub. I remember seeing him play for us in the late 60's. Who can ever forget the shot He hit to win the game? It is always sad to see old cubs go. My prayers go out to Willie's family.

[Nomtoc]

only read about him, but its always sad in times like these.

[Chisox73]

RIP Willie Smith:(

When I think of Willie Smith,the image that pops into my mind is is 1969 Opening Day PH Walk-off homer (http://baseball-almanac.com/box-scores/boxscore.php?boxid=196904080CHN) against Philadelphia.

Click here for Willie Smith's career stats. (http://baseball-almanac.com/players/player.php?p=smithwi02)