Former President Obama is remembering Ryne Sandberg as a “class act” following the Chicago Cubs second baseman’s death. Sixty-five-year-old Sandberg died Monday, the Cubs said in a social media post.

Former US President Barack Obama joined Chicago and the baseball world in mourning the death of Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg. The legendary second baseman, known for his clean play and quiet leadership, died Monday at age 65 after a hard-fought battle with prostate cancer.