Washington Nationals mourn passing of owner Theodore N. Lerner

One year after the first World Series win by a D.C.-based team in 1924, Theodore N. “Ted” Lerner was born in the nation’s capital on October 15, 1925, the day the Senators lost the 1925 World Series.

Mr. Lerner was 94 years old when the Nationals, the team he became Managing Principal owner of in 2006, won the first Series since 1924 in 2019.

The club announced Monday Mr. Lerner passed away at 97 years old.

“It is with great sadness that the Washington Nationals today announce the passing of Founding Managing Principal Owner, Theodore N.