R.I.P. SPORTS RELATED 2024(Non Wrestlers)

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Luis Tiant is one of those names you'd inevitably run into if you were reading stuff about 60s-70s baseball.

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I remember Fischer coming to my high school and talking to us as kids. Time flies. RIP

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Oct 8, 2024 10:02:09 GMT -5 jimsteel said:

Bodybuilder died in showers of 24-hour gym and wasn't discovered for 15 hours

Giuliano Pirone was tragically found slumped in the shower cubicle with cold water still running on him

hE WAS 33

That is not good advertising for the gym. "Get privacy in our showers as they go 15 hours without being used or checked".

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Abdul Salaam, a formidable force on the defensive line and a cherished member of the New York Jets' famed "Sack Exchange," passed away at the age of 71

Salaam, born Larry Faulk, made his mark in the NFL with his relentless pursuit of quarterbacks and his unwavering dedication to the game.

Salaam's career with the Jets spanned from 1976 to 1983, during which he became a cornerstone of the team's defense. Alongside teammates Mark Gastineau, Joe Klecko and Marty Lyons, he helped form one of the most feared defensive lines in NFL history. Known for his quiet demeanor off the field, Salaam was a fierce competitor on it, earning the respect and admiration of his peers and fans alike. He played in 97 NFL games and started in 85 of those contests while recording 21 sacks.

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George Baldock dies aged 31

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Don Marshall, a stalwart of the Montreal Canadiens' dynasty of the 1950s, passed away at the age of 92.

Known affectionately as "Donnie," Marshall was the last surviving member of the Canadiens team that won five consecutive Stanley Cups from 1956 to 1960.

Marshall's NHL career began in the 1951-52 season, and he quickly established himself as a reliable and skilled forward. His contributions to the Canadiens were instrumental in their dominance during that era. Marshall's dedication to the game and his team was evident in every shift he played, earning him the respect and admiration of teammates and fans alike. He played a total of 19 seasons in the NHL and had 265 goals and 324 assists.

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Kevin Bowring dead: Wales rugby great passes away aged 70

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Gaylen Pitts, MLB baseball infielder and coach, passed away at the age of 78.

Pitts, who played in Major League Baseball for the Oakland Athletics, was known for his perseverance and hard work both on and off the field.
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Pitts' professional playing career spanned from 1964 to 1977, during which he showcased his skills as a versatile infielder. His journey in baseball was marked by his resilience, including a period of service during the Vietnam War, which interrupted his playing career. Despite these challenges, Pitts made a significant impact when he finally got his chance in the big leagues

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North Carolina Football Star Tylee Craft Dead at 23

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Patrick "Red" Shetler, a former NHL linesman and broadcaster for the Philadelphia Flyers, passed away at the age of 91.

The following is an excerpt from Shetler's online obituary: "Pat’s life was far from ordinary. As a young man he ran the Boston Marathon twice. He was a physical fitness instructor with the Royal Canadian Air Force until he secured a dream job as a lineman in the NHL back in the days of good old hockey with players like Bobby Orr, Tim Horton, and Gordie Howe.

He was also a TV play-by-play broadcaster for the Philadelphia Flyers. Hockey was in his blood and he always kept ties in various capacities, even as a colorman for the Norfolk Admirals radio broadcast for 25 years, into his 80s. His other passion was umpiring baseball, and his strike calls were always loud and clear. He was also a talented artist and was co-owner of a very successful sign company, Admiral Signworks, in Virginia Beach for over 40 years.