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sports1 year ago

"Former MLB Pitcher José DeLeón Dies at 63"

Former MLB pitcher Jose DeLeon, who played from 1983-95, has passed away at the age of 63. DeLeon, a native of the Dominican Republic, had a career spanning 13 seasons, playing for several teams including the Pirates, White Sox, Cardinals, Phillies, and Expos. He tallied nearly 1900 innings, with an 86-119 record and a 3.76 ERA. Our condolences go out to his family, loved ones, friends, and former teammates.

sports1 year ago

MLB Veteran Pitcher José DeLeón Dies at 63

José DeLeón, a former MLB pitcher known for leading the National League in strikeouts in 1989, has passed away at the age of 63 after battling unspecified health issues. DeLeón played for five teams during his 13-season career and finished with 1,594 strikeouts in 415 appearances. He made only one postseason appearance in 1993 and was remembered by a former White Sox official as a kind person with a great smile and a versatile player.

sports1 year ago

"Former NL Strikeout Leader José DeLeón Dies at 63"

Former MLB pitcher Jose DeLeon, who led the National League in strikeouts in 1989, has passed away at the age of 63 after battling cancer. DeLeon spent 13 seasons in the major leagues, pitching for teams such as the Pirates, White Sox, and Cardinals. Despite a career record of 86-119, he maintained a respectable 3.76 ERA and pitched in the 1993 postseason with the White Sox. DeLeon was known for his tough-luck pitching and was the first pitcher in history to record at least 1,500 strikeouts without winning 100 games.