Former major leaguer John Marzano dies at 45

TestSubjekt · 04-19-2008, 07:04 PM

Former major leaguer John Marzano dies at 45 in Philadelphia - MLB - Yahoo! Sports

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PHILADELPHIA (AP)—Former major leaguer John Marzano died Saturday after falling down a flight of stairs at his home. He was 45.

The cause of his death was not immediately clear, police said.

Marzano was from Philadelphia and had been working for Major League Baseball’s Web site, where he co-hosted a show on weekday mornings.

“John was a beloved member of our team, a personable, terrific friend to all with whom he worked,” said Bob Bowman, chief executive officer of MLB Advanced Media. “He was an engaging, informed interviewer. His energy, knowledge of the game and comedic touch produced admirable results. We miss him dearly already.”

R.I.P.

I remember the altercation from ten years ago that's mentioned later in the obituary...

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Marzano was popular in Seattle for his altercation with New York Yankees outfielder Paul O’Neill during a game in 1996. The two traded punches at home plate after O’Neill took exception to a knockdown pitch by Tim Davis.

SteeleRED · 04-19-2008, 08:36 PM

Don't remember the guy, but what a tragic death, and at 45 he was only a year+ younger than I.

R.I.P.!

kfkorn · 04-19-2008, 09:52 PM

Sad news, R.I.P. John Marzano.

Dan · 04-19-2008, 11:11 PM

I know the name, but don't know much about him. Now come to think of it I have his baseball card. Either way it's very sad rip

Sportsluvngrl86 · 04-20-2008, 12:43 PM

R.I.P. John! This is sad. 45 is too young to die.

bleed_blue · 04-20-2008, 11:38 PM

He played for the Red Sox from '87-'92, I believe. 45 years old is very young!

My condolences goes out to his family and friends.

04-19-2008, 08:36 PM	#2 (permalink)
SteeleRED Opinionated so-and-so Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Pasadena, CA Posts: 10,739 Points: 30170.55	Don't remember the guy, but what a tragic death, and at 45 he was only a year+ younger than I. R.I.P.! __________________ And don't look back ... something might be gaining on you! - Courtesy of "Rules for Staying Young" by baseball legend Satchel Paige

04-19-2008, 09:52 PM	#3 (permalink)
kfkorn Wrestling Mod Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Albrightsville, Pennsylvania Posts: 3,974 Points: 18350.75	Sad news, R.I.P. John Marzano. __________________

04-19-2008, 11:11 PM	#4 (permalink)
Dan Veteran Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: near Chicago Posts: 369 Points: 2005.50	I know the name, but don't know much about him. Now come to think of it I have his baseball card. Either way it's very sad rip __________________ Thanks to House of Steel for the great sig

04-20-2008, 12:43 PM	#5 (permalink)
Sportsluvngrl86 Moderator Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 263 Points: 1167.00	R.I.P. John! This is sad. 45 is too young to die. __________________ SouthSiders Baseball Forum (refer pudgefan4ever),Hockey Forum (refer LightningGal)

04-20-2008, 11:38 PM	#6 (permalink)
bleed_blue Royal Rooter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New England Posts: 90 Points: 492.00	He played for the Red Sox from '87-'92, I believe. 45 years old is very young! My condolences goes out to his family and friends. __________________

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