Here lies Cory Lidle, a starting pitcher for seven teams over a 9-year career in the 1990s and 2000s. His final career appearance came in the playoffs, shortly before his tragic death in a plane crash. Lidle played for the New York Mets (1997), Tampa Bay Devil Rays (1999-2000), Oakland Athletics (2001-2002), Toronto Blue Jays … Continue reading Grave Story: Cory Lidle (1972-2006)
RIP to Bob Miller, who jumped directly from high school to the big leagues as a 17-year-old bonus baby pitcher. He died on May 24 in St. Charles, Ill., at the age of 86. Miller played for the Detroit Tigers (1953-56), Cincinnati Reds (1962) and New York Mets (1962). The Bob Miller who is the … Continue reading Obituary: Bob G. Miller (1935-2022)
RIP to Joe Pignatano, who won a World Series with the Dodgers as a backup catcher. He also had a long coaching career and was the last surviving coach of the 1969 "Miracle Mets" team. He died on May 23 in Naples, Fla., at the age of 92. He had been suffering from dementia. Pignatano … Continue reading Obituary: Joe Pignatano (1929-2022)
RIP to David West, a former pitcher for four teams in his 10-year career and a key part of the bullpen for the Phillies' pennant-winning 1993 team. It was announced on May 14 that West died from brain cancer at the age of 57. He was mourned on social media by several of his former … Continue reading Obituary: David West (1964-2022)
RIP to Tommy Davis, an All-Star and two-time National League batting champion. He died at his home in Phoenix on April 3 at the age of 83. Davis played for the Los Angeles Dodgers (1959-66), New York Mets (1967), Chicago White Sox (1968), Seattle Pilots (1969), Houston Astros (1969-70), Oakland Athletics (1970, 1971), Chicago Cubs … Continue reading Obituary: Tommy Davis (1939-2022)
RIP to Ralph Terry, a right-handed pitcher for the Yankees during one of their greatest eras, and the MVP of the 1962 World Series. He died on March 16 at a long-term care facility in Larned, Kan., where he lived for many years following his careers as a pitcher and a professional golfer. He was … Continue reading Obituary: Ralph Terry (1936-2022)
RIP to Gerald Williams, who had a 14-year career as an outfielder in the major leagues. He died on February 8 at the age of 55. His death was announced by Derek Jeter via his Player’s Tribune Twitter account. He posted the following message: “Gerald Williams passed away this morning after a battle with cancer. … Continue reading Obituary: Gerald Williams (1966-2022)
RIP to Jeff Innis, a reliever with a distinctive sidearm delivery who pitched for the New York Mets from 1987-93. He died on January 30 in Dawsonville, Ga., at the age of 59 from cancer. Days before he died, his family launched a GoFundMe campaign to help him leave his hospital in Houston and travel … Continue reading Obituary: Jeff Innis (1962-2022)
RIP to Gene Clines, who was part of a world championship Pirates team during his 10-year playing career as an outfielder. He also had a substantial career as a major-league coach and remained in uniform into the 2000s. He died on January 27 at the age of 75. Clines played for the Pittsburgh Pirates (1970-74), … Continue reading Obituary: Gene Clines (1946-2022)
RIP to left-handed pitcher Pedro Feliciano, who for a time was one of the most frequently used relievers in baseball. He died in his sleep on Monday, November 8, at his home in Puerto Rico. He was 45 years old. During his final season in the majors, it was discovered he had a rare genetic … Continue reading Obituary: Pedro Feliciano (1976-2021)
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