TMZ confirms that George Steinbrenner, principal owner of the New York Yankees, has died after suffering a massive heart attack.
According to multiple reports, Steinbrenner — who turned 80-years-old on July 4th — was rushed to St. Joseph’s hospital in Tampa where he was later pronounced dead.
Steinbrenner — a U.S. Navy veteran — retired from running the Yankees in 2006 … leaving his sons Hank and Hal to run the team.
