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Post by jimsteel on Jul 7, 2024 5:00:19 GMT -5
![](https://ripbaseball.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/jimmy-hurst-pic4.jpg?w=325) Jimmy Hurst, a former MLB outfielder, passed away on at the age of 52 . Born on March 1, 1972, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Hurst left an indelible mark on the baseball world during his career. As a right fielder, he graced both Major League Baseball and Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball league. Here are the key moments from his baseball journey: Hurst was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 12th round of the 1990 MLB June Amateur Draft from Central HS (Tuscaloosa, AL). On September 10, 1997, Jimmy Hurst made his MLB debut with the Detroit Tigers. His right-handed swing and defensive skills caught the attention of fans and fellow players alike. Stats and Accomplishments: In his brief MLB stint, Hurst played 3 games, recording 1 hit. His batting average stood at .263. He also played for the Hiroshima Toyo Carp in Japan during the 2003 season. Atlantic League MVP: While playing for the Newark Bears in 2002, Hurst’s outstanding performance earned him the Atlantic League MVP title. He boasted a .341 batting average, 100 RBIs, 35 home runs, and 150 hits.
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Post by jimsteel on Jul 7, 2024 15:56:51 GMT -5
![](https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/fiwAAOSwwz1mvk5t/s-l1200.jpg) Johnny Jeter, a former MLB outfielder passed away at the age of 79. Mr. Jeter's passing just now came to light. Jeter was born on October 24, 1944, in Shreveport, Louisiana, and etched his name into Major League Baseball history during his six-year career. As an outfielder, he graced the fields for four different teams: the Pittsburgh Pirates, San Diego Padres, Chicago White Sox, and Cleveland Indians. On June 14, 1969, Jeter stepped onto the big league stage with the Pittsburgh Pirates. His right-handed swing and defensive prowess caught the attention of fans and fellow players alike. Over 336 games, Jeter collected 213 hits, including 27 doubles, ten triples, and 18 home runs. His .244 batting average reflected his consistent contributions to the game. Jeter honed his skills at Grambling State University before making the leap to professional baseball. His alma mater proudly remembers his impact on the sport.
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Post by jimsteel on Jul 9, 2024 14:36:11 GMT -5
![](https://phantom-marca.unidadeditorial.es/783614322e3dfa336c028cb74eb1c37b/resize/828/f/jpg/assets/multimedia/imagenes/2024/07/10/17205771171565.jpg) Champion bodybuilder Andre Cavalcanti, 34, dies in tragic motorcycle crash after head-on collision in Brazil
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Post by jimsteel on Jul 11, 2024 6:24:18 GMT -5
![](https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/BB1pNeBG.img?w=634&h=1133&m=6&x=381&y=111&s=91&d=91) Bobby Banks: Footy legend dead aged 94
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Post by jimsteel on Jul 11, 2024 6:45:08 GMT -5
![](https://ripbaseball.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/jimmy-hurst-pic4.jpg?w=325) Jimmy Hurst, a former MLB outfielder, passed away at the age of 52. Born on March 1, 1972, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Hurst left an indelible mark on the baseball world during his career. As a right fielder, he graced both Major League Baseball and Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball league. Here are the key moments from his baseball journey: Hurst was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 12th round of the 1990 MLB June Amateur Draft from Central HS (Tuscaloosa, AL). On September 10, 1997, Jimmy Hurst made his MLB debut with the Detroit Tigers. His right-handed swing and defensive skills caught the attention of fans and fellow players alike. Stats and Accomplishments: In his brief MLB stint, Hurst played 3 games, recording 1 hit. His batting average stood at .263. He also played for the Hiroshima Toyo Carp in Japan during the 2003 season. Atlantic League MVP: While playing for the Newark Bears in 2002, Hurst’s outstanding performance earned him the Atlantic League MVP title. He boasted a .341 batting average, 100 RBIs, 35 home runs, and 150 hits.
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Post by jimsteel on Jul 11, 2024 10:38:50 GMT -5
![](https://images.findagrave.com/photos/2024/198/272355402_5a2c137b-26e8-4fac-9023-7fda1976c572.jpeg?size=photos250) William Neil Clabo, a former NFL punter who played in the National Football League from 1975 to 1977 passed away on July 10th at the age of 71. Clabo spent most of his career with the Minnesota Vikings. Here are some highlights from his football journey: Career Highlights and Awards: Named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team in 1975. Voted to the Pro Football Writers All-Pro second team for the 1975 season. He played in 41 NFL games for the Vikings from 1975-1977, and played in Super Bowl XI as a member of the Minnesota Vikings. In addition, Neil Clabo is the uncle of retired NFL offensive tackle Tyson Clabo, who played 9 years in the NFL. Neil Clabo passed away on July 10, 2024, at the age of 71, due to complications of Alzheimer’s disease.
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Post by jimsteel on Jul 14, 2024 11:45:54 GMT -5
![](https://kubrick.htvapps.com/htv-prod-media.s3.amazonaws.com/images/jacoby-jones-1620682911.jpg?crop=1.00xw:1.00xh;0,0&resize=1200:*) SUPER BOWL CHAMP JACOBY JONES DEAD AT 40
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Post by TTX on Jul 21, 2024 18:29:59 GMT -5
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Post by jimsteel on Jul 23, 2024 12:06:58 GMT -5
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GThTaKwWcAAe-Iu.jpg:large) PGA Tour winner and announcer Mark Carnevale dies at 64 - one week after covering his final tournament
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Post by jimsteel on Jul 28, 2024 16:57:34 GMT -5
![](https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/lpGo6-gdfahOu-P_sX98t4P9eeE=/0x10:229x163/1400x1400/filters:focal(0x10:229x163):format(jpeg)/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/8668695/denny_lemaster.0.jpg) Denny Lemaster, a former professional baseball player and left-handed pitcher who appeared in 357 games over 11 seasons (1962–1972) for the Milwaukee / Atlanta Braves, Houston Astros and Montreal Expos, passed away at the age of 85 as his online obituary published on July 27th. A one-time (1967) National League All-Star, Lemaster won 90 games over the course of his MLB career. Lemaster was born in Corona, California, and signed a $70,000 bonus contract with the Braves upon graduation from Oxnard High School. He rose through the team's farm system over the next 4 1⁄2 years before making his major league debut as the Braves' starting pitcher on July 15, 1962, against the defending league champion the Cincinnati Reds at Milwaukee County Stadium. He held a 2–1 lead going into the ninth inning, but a Vada Pinson home run, followed by an unearned run, saddled him with a 3–2, complete game defeat. In 1963, Lemaster became a regular member of the Braves' starting rotation and exceeded 200 innings pitched three times in the next five seasons. He won 17 games in 1964 (losing 11), and threw two one-hitters in 1964 and 1967, set a team record of 14 strikeouts in one 1966 game, and was selected to the 1967 NL All-Star team during his final season with the club. He did not appear in the game, played at Anaheim Stadium on July 11 and won by the Senior Circuit 2–1 in 15 innings. Traded to Houston that off-season, Lemaster again exceeded 200 innings pitched in his first two campaigns as an Astro and posted a solid 3.00 composite earned run average, but won only 23 of 55 decisions. His effectiveness began to diminish in 1970, and he became a bullpen specialist during his final two seasons in the majors. All told, Lemaster posted a 90–105 win–loss record and a 3.58 career earned run average during his MLB tenure. In 249 games started, he registered 66 complete games and 14 shutouts, adding eight saves as a relief pitcher. In 1,782 2⁄3 innings pitched, he allowed 1,703 hits and 600 bases on balls with 1,305 strikeouts. Condolences to his family and friends and may he Rest in Peace. This article was sourced from: Wikipedia, Baseball-Reference and www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/denny-lemaster-obituary?id=55703415
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