Former Major League pitcher Tommy Hanson died on Monday after suffering “catastrophic organ failure” in Atlanta’s Piedmont Hospital. Hanson was admitted to the hospital on Sunday after experiencing difficulty breathing, according to local news station WSB-TV. He was 29 years old.
The 6’6 pitcher made his MLB debut with the Atlanta Braves in 2009 and finished the season third in Rookie of the Year voting. He started 21 games, posting a 2.81 ERA with an 11-4 record and 116 strikeouts. He went on to pitch three more seasons for Atlanta before finishing his major league career with the Los Angeles Angels in 2013. After suffering multiple injuries, he attempted to come back with several teams, but never again reached the majors.
There will likely be more details to emerge regarding exactly why or how he suffered the seemingly sudden organ failure, but for now, the baseball world is mourning the loss.
My heart and prayers go out to Tommy Hanson's Family. Enjoy each day. #RIPTommy
— Vernon Wells (@VernonWells10) November 10, 2015
Sending my thoughts and prayers to #MLB pitcher Tommy Hanson's family!!! Lots of great memories competing against you Tommy!!! #RIP buddy
— Shane Victorino (@ShaneVictorino) November 10, 2015
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Very sad to hear about Tommy Hanson. Wish his family and close friends a lot of strength. He was a really nice dude. :/
— Andrelton Simmons (@Andrelton) November 10, 2015
Really sad to hear the news of Tommy Hanson passing away. He was just 29!! #MLB pic.twitter.com/e1ElJP8Qu2
— Jerry Hairston, Jr. (@TheRealJHair) November 10, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to the family of Tommy Hanson. Great guy and competitor. RIP
— Josh Reddick (@JRedDubDeuce) November 10, 2015
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Our thoughts are with former @RiverCats pitcher Tommy Hanson and his family. https://t.co/mwjhjNVUdd
— SFGiants (@SFGiants) November 10, 2015
Terrible to hear the news about Tommy Hanson. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends #MLBfamily #RIP
— Dom Leone (@DLeone55) November 10, 2015
Saddened to wake up to the news about Tommy Hanson. My prayers go out to his family. #MLBfamily
— Rob Wooten (@RobWooten35) November 10, 2015
RIP, Tommy pic.twitter.com/SXUq1NNTyQ
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) November 10, 2015
