Chet Lemon, a three-time Major League Baseball All-Star and member of the 1984 World Series champion Detroit Tigers, died Thursday at the age of 70.

The former outfielder spent 16 seasons in the major leagues with two different teams, and made three All-Star teams in his career.

Three-time All-Star center fielder Chet Lemon ... in mourning the passing of Chet Lemon," the team said in a statement.

“While he was a World Series Champion and All-Star on the field ... “I’m so thankful for the time we spent together last summer when the 1984 team had its 40th reunion at Comerica Park.

Three-time All-Star center fielder Chet Lemon ... of Chet Lemon," the team said in a statement. "While he was a World Series champion and All-Star on the field, perhaps his biggest impact came ...