The iconic pitcher, whose 19-year Major League career earned him three All-Star selections, has died at the age of 83. Luis Tiant, affectionately known as “El Tiante,” passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, as confirmed by Major League Baseball. The Cuban-born pitcher played for six teams throughout his career, most notably with the Boston Red Sox. Over his almost two-decade career in Major League Baseball, Tiant built an impressive resume. He was twice crowned the American League’s top pitcher in terms of earned run average, achieving this distinction, first in 1968 with Cleveland and again…