posty 2,797 Posted 14 hours ago https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/mike-greenwell-death-boston-red-sox/ Longtime Boston Red Sox outfielder Mike Greenwell has died at 62 years old. Greenwell played his entire career with the Red Sox, starting in 1985 through his retirement in 1996. In 1988, Greenwell finished second in the American League MVP race to Jose Canseco. At the time of his death, Greenwell was serving as County Commissioner in Lee County, Florida after first being appointed to the position in 2022. Greenwell won re-election in 2024. Lee County is located in southwest Florida, and includes the Red Sox Spring Training home of Fort Myers. Greenwell's wife told Florida news station WINK that he died Thursday while in Boston. Greenwell told the station in August that he had been receiving treatment for medullary thyroid cancer. "It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Commissioner Mike Greenwell, a lifelong Lee County resident. He was a strong advocate for the people and businesses of Lee County and will be remembered for seeking meaningful solutions to the challenges his community faced," the Lee County Government page posted on Facebook. "We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and all who were touched by his leadership." During his 12-year career with the Red Sox, Greenwell had a batting average of .303 to go along with 130 home runs and 726 RBI. Greenwell played sparingly in his first two seasons, then finished fourth in Rookie of the Year voting in 1987. A year later, he made the American League All-Star team, was second in the MVP race and earned a Silver Slugger award. Greenwell earned a second All-Star appearance in 1989. Funeral services for Greenwell have not yet been announced. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 4,489 Posted 14 hours ago Bummer. Me. Trying to figure out how a guy I grew up watching is only 11 years older than me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 15,903 Posted 13 hours ago That’s a damn shame. I remember him saying he wants his MVP when Canseco admitted to juicing. RIP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HellToupee 2,100 Posted 13 hours ago Sad to hear Gator passed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeMatt 277 Posted 13 hours ago When i saw the name in Posty thread I was like no way was it that Mike Greenwell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tree of Knowledge 2,066 Posted 11 hours ago Great pure hitter. RIP Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thornton Melon 645 Posted 11 hours ago RIP...always liked him. Cancer can suck my ass. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 15,903 Posted 10 hours ago Him, Ellis Burks and Boggs. Boston had some lineup in the late 80’s. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 6,803 Posted 9 hours ago He took over for Jim Ed Rice, forcing him into retirement. Was sadly never a fan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mookz 1,363 Posted 5 hours ago I needed this after that ###### Sister Jean cost me 6 points. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeMatt 277 Posted 5 hours ago 22 minutes ago, Mookz said: I needed this after that ###### Sister Jean cost me 6 points. I heard if you admit you banged her in her 90’s you get those 6 points back. Win win. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kopy 582 Posted 22 minutes ago RIP to the Gator. T's & P's to his family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites