Elroy Face, Pirates’ Hall of Fame reliever, dies at 97
Elroy Face, 97, Pittsburgh Pirates’ pioneering reliever and 1960 World Series hero, has died in North Versailles, Pennsylvania. No cause was provided.
Category: Athletes
Mickey Lolich, Tigers’ 1968 World Series hero, dies
Mickey Lolich, 85, died Wednesday, the Detroit Tigers confirmed. The 1968 World Series hero won three games including Game 7 and is remembered for his durability.
Scott Laidlaw, Cowboys fullback and champion, dies aged 72
Former Cowboys fullback Scott Laidlaw, 72, has died, his family told WFAA. A Super Bowl champion and member of the 1975 ‘Dirty Dozen’. Cause of death unconfirmed.
Charlie Severance, Tennessee ‘The Stop’ hero, dies at 86
Charlie Severance, 86, the Tennessee player remembered for helping stop Billy Cannon in ‘The Stop,’ died Jan. 23. Fans and Volunteers mourn his defining moment.
Diogo Jota, Liverpool Star, Among Athletes Who Died 2025
Diogo Jota, Laura Dahlmeier and Felix Baumgartner were among the athletes lost in 2025. Read ages, causes, fast facts and the tributes that followed.
Sivert Guttorm Bakken, Norwegian Biathlete, Dies at 27
Norwegian biathlete Sivert Guttorm Bakken, 27, found dead during an Italy training camp. Reigning European sprint champion and comeback symbol — tributes pour in.
George Foreman, Boxing Legend — Death Shakes Sports World
George Foreman’s death capped a devastating 2025 for sports — from Hulk Hogan to Diogo Jota. Fast facts, legacy highlights and tributes in one must-read roundup.
Bobby Rousseau, Canadiens Star & Ex-Ranger, Dies at 85
Bobby Rousseau, four-time Stanley Cup champion and former New York Ranger, has died at 85. Remembering his 1972 playoff surge and power-play brilliance.
Adam Hegarty, Irish Rugby Star, Dies After Match Try
Adam Hegarty, Irish rugby standout, died unexpectedly hours after scoring a try for City of Armagh on Dec 7, 2025. Read the club statement and tributes.
Lakers Star Elden Campbell Dead at 57, Cause a Mystery
The NBA world is in mourning after former Lakers center Elden Campbell’s shocking death at 57. Teammates like Magic Johnson are devastated. The cause is unknown.
Legendary Coach John Lentz Dead at 73; University Mourns
The college basketball world is in mourning after the shocking death of legendary coach John Lentz at 73. His record-breaking legacy leaves an indelible mark.
Red Sox Legend Dave Morehead, Famed for No-Hitter, Dies at 82
The baseball world is in mourning after former Boston Red Sox pitcher Dave Morehead, celebrated for his iconic 1965 no-hitter, passed away at 82.