The Brief Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg died on Monday at the age of 65 after a battle with cancer. Ryne Sandberg, a Chicago Cubs legend who's been battling cancer, has died at the age of 65, the club announced on Monday. During his 15-year career with the Cubs, Sandberg was a 10-time All-Star, nine-time Gold Glove recipient and seven-time Silver Slugger winner. CHICAGO, IL - CIRCA 1992: Ryne Sandberg #23 of the Chicago Cubs bats against the Pittsburgh Pirates during a Major League Baseball game circa 1992 at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois. "Ryne Sandberg was a legend of the Chicago Cubs franchise and a beloved figure throughout Major League Baseball," MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said.