Dodgers great Fernando Valenzuela’s cause of death revealed
Los Angeles Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela’s cause of death was disclosed on Tuesday. The World Series champion passed away just before the 2024 Dodgers team clinched its championship against the New York Yankees. According to TMZ Sports, Valenzuela died of septic shock last month, as stated in his death certificate.
The 63-year-old former pitcher had recently stepped down from his Spanish-language broadcasting duties with the Dodgers. It was anticipated that he would return during the Dodgers’ World Series campaign, but sadly, he passed away before that could happen.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office revealed that septic shock was the immediate cause of Valenzuela’s death. Septic shock occurs when organs malfunction, leading to a dangerous drop in blood pressure. The CDC reports that at least 350,000 people in the U.S. die from this condition.
Furthermore, the medical examiner’s office listed decompensated alcoholic cirrhosis and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis cirrhosis as underlying causes of Valenzuela’s death. Additionally, “probable” Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease was mentioned as a contributing factor. This disease is known for its rapid progression and affects the brain.
Valenzuela had an illustrious career, winning both the Cy Young Award and Rookie of the Year in 1981. He played a crucial role in helping the Dodgers secure the World Series title against the Yankees that same year. Over his 17-year career, he won two World Series titles with the Dodgers and also played for other teams like the California Angels, Baltimore Orioles, and Philadelphia Phillies.
The legacy of Fernando Valenzuela lives on, as he will always be remembered as a baseball icon. His contributions to the sport and the Dodgers organization will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, Fernando Valenzuela.
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