Jim Fregosi: 1942–2014
By Chicago White Sox
Friday, February 14, 2014
Today’s News
Former Sox Skipper Passes Away at 71
Jim Fregosi, a six-time All-Star as a player who managed four different major league teams including the White Sox from 1986–88, died early this morning at 71 after suffering multiple strokes. Fregosi, who most recently was a special assistant with the Braves, suffered the strokes while on a Major League Baseball alumni cruise.
We issued the following statement this morning:
“All of Jim’s friends at the White Sox were stunned and saddened at the news of his stroke and death. Jim was your classic baseball lifer, with the experiences and stories to match a career devoted to the game. He will be missed at the ballpark this spring and our thoughts go out to all of his friends and family.”
A Good Omen
Pitchers and catchers don’t officially report until tomorrow, but 25 players are already in camp working out, including Jose Abreu, who was out in the cages hitting early this morning. “He lives in the batting cage,” someone noted.
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