Former Red Sox pitcher Tim Wakefield has died at age 57

The sports world mourns a legend.

On Sunday, October 1, the Boston Red Sox announced the death of one of their beloved former teammates: Tim Wakefield. The deceased sportsman was only 57 years old.

In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), the baseball team said: “Our hearts are broken with the loss of Tim Wakefield. Wake embodied true kindness; a devoted husband, father and teammate, a beloved broadcaster and the ultimate community leader. .”

The tribute continued: “He gave so much to the game and all of Red Sox Nation. Our deepest love and thoughts are with Stacy, Trevor, Briannaand the Wakefield family’.

In response to his death, the Red Sox changed their social media profile pictures to Wakefield’s retired jersey number, 49.

John Henrythe principal owner of the MLB team, noted in his own statement: “Tim’s kindness and irrepressible spirit were as legendary as his ball..”

“Not only did he captivate us on the field, but he was the rare athlete whose legacy extended beyond the record books to the countless lives he touched with his genuine warmth and spirit,” he continued. “He had a remarkable ability to uplift, inspire and connect with others in a way that showed us the true definition of greatness. He embodied the best of what it means to be a member of the Boston Red Sox and his loss is felt. deeply by all of us.”

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News of Wakefield’s death comes just days after his former teammate Curt Schilling shared on his podcast that the baseball legend and his wife Stacy were both battling cancer.

Red Sox later confirmed that the couple were privately battling undisclosed health issues: “We are aware of the statements and questions about Tim and Stacy Wakefield’s health. Unfortunately, this information was shared publicly without their permission. Their health is a deeply personal matter that they intend to make. Please keep them private as they navigate treatment and work to address this disease, Tim and Stacy are grateful for the support and love they have always been shown and respectfully request privacy at this time.”

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