Former Atlanta Braves World Series Champion dead at 58
ATLANTA — Former Atlanta Brave Dwight Smith has died at the age of 58, according to the Braves.
The team said the outfielder was an integral member of the 1995 World Series Championship team.
Smith enjoyed an eight-year major league career, according to the Braves.
He spent time with the Braves, the Chicago Cubs, the California Angles and the Baltimore Orioles.
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Former Atlanta Braves mascot Chief Noc-a-Homa dies, family says
ATLANTA – Legendary Atlanta Braves mascot Chief Noc-a-Homa has died.
Family members of the former Braves mascot, whose real name is Levi Walker, made the announcement Friday afternoon on Facebook.
“The man, the legend and great warrior of my life has crossed over to paradise with full restored health. He is dancing in the sky and free of pain.
“To all his fans prayers for the family are appreciated at this tough time in our life. RiP Levi Walker aka Chief Noc-a-Homa! You lived life to educate and entertain and you have done well. Love you forever my Dad. You will always be my hero.”
Chief Noc-a-Homa was the Atlanta Braves mascot from 1966 until 1986. He was known for doing a dance on the pitcher’s mound before games.
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Legendary Atlanta Braves mascot, Chief Noc-a-Homa dies, family says
“The man, the legend and great warrior of my life has crossed over to paradise with full restored health. He is dancing in the sky and free of pain.
To all his fans prayers for the family are appreciated at this tough time in our life. RiP Levi Walker aka Chief Noc-a-Homa! You lived life to educate and entertain and you have done well. Love you forever my Dad. You will always be my hero.”
