Sad news from the American baseball world. Even in his youth he had Jim Corsi made a name for himself as an athlete. During the heyday of his career, he was a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros, among others, and won a number of titles. Now his fans have to say goodbye to: The baseball star died at the age of 61.
This was confirmed by sports reporter Steve Burton, who Jim interviewed shortly before, now on Twitter. The journalist said the former pitcher died Monday night in the presence of his family – he had previously fought colon cancer for a long time. “Rest in peace my friend. We love you”, Steve finished his emotional statement.
The 61-year-old’s former club has also spoken out. On the official Twitter-Account of the Red Sox says to a photo of Jim: “We are deeply saddened by the death of the former Red Sox pitcher Jim Corsi, a native of Massachusetts. We send our love and condolences to his family at this difficult time! “
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