Obituaries

Former Phillies Pitcher Rheal Cormier Dies Following Battle With Cancer

In franchise history, only Tug McGraw has made more appearances as a left-handed reliever.

March 9, 2021

PHILADELPHIA (CBS/AP) — Former Phillies pitcher Rheal Cormier has passed away following a battle with cancer. He was 53.

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"We are saddened to learn of the passing of former relief pitcher Rheal Cormier after a courageous battle with cancer," The Philadelphia Phillies organization tweeted yesterday.

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