CINCINNATI — Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver played six seasons for the Cincinnati Reds from 1977 to 1982.
The right-hander who spent the bulk of his career with the New York Mets died in his sleep tonight from complications of Lewy body dementia and COVID-19 at the age of 75, according to national reports.
“TomTerrific,” as he was known with the Mets, posted a 75-46 record and 3.18 ERA in 158 starts with the Reds.
“Tom Seaver was one of the best and most inspirational pitchers to play the game,” said Bob Castellini, Reds CEO.
The organization tweeted about Seaver tonight:
The Cincinnati Reds mourn the death of Hall of Famer Tom Seaver. pic.twitter.com/lbRQHEmEzo
— Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) September 3, 2020
Major League Baseball Commissioner Manfred’s office described Seaver as the best of baseball’s National Pastime.
Manfred issued the following statement this evening regarding the passing of the three-time Cy Young Award winner and 12-time All-Star:
Commissioner Manfred issued the following statement this evening regarding the passing of Hall of Fame pitcher, three-time Cy Young Award winner and 12-time All-Star Tom Seaver, who was 75: pic.twitter.com/AydCMStPWH
— MLB Communications (@MLB_PR) September 3, 2020
Seaver was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1992.
He was a National League All-Star for the Reds in 1978 and 1981, and in a 4-0 win vs the Cardinals on July 16, 1978 he threw his only career no-hitter. He joined the Reds Hall of Fame, along with Tom Browning and Lee May, during induction ceremonies in 2006.
“We are heartbroken to share that our beloved husband and father has passed away,” said his wife Nancy Seaver and daughters Sarah and Anne.
“We send our love out to his fans, as we mourn his loss with you.”
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