Former MLB Reliever Passes Away

The baseball world today is mourning the loss of former big league pitcher Jim Corsi, who passed away Tuesday morning from colon cancer.

Rest in peace to Jim Corsi, a great ballplayer and most importantly, a great man.

Our thoughts go out to his family and loved ones during this time. pic.twitter.com/S47nsX4JzV
— MLBPAA (@MLBPAA) January 4, 2022

Corsi spent 10 seasons in the majors, including three with his hometown Boston Red Sox. It was only recently that the 60-year-old said in an interview with Boston's WBZ-TV that he was "at peace" with his situation, and knew he didn't have long to live.

"I'm at peace. I know if I die, I'm going to a better place. That's the No. 1 thing. I feel sorry for everybody I'll leave behind."

Corsi also hoped that his experience would lead others to make sure of their own health. "I made a mistake when I was younger, not getting a colonoscopy," he said. "Should have done it. If you're out there, don't wait. Don't be stupid. I was a professional athlete. I thought I was invincible, you know what I mean, strong. And you're not. Cancer is not prejudiced to anybody."

Although it was given in November, the interview aired just two days ago. Corsi's health had quickly worsened after he gave that interview.

His last year in the majors was 1999. He left the game with a 3.25 ERA, and 7 career saves.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of former Red Sox pitcher and Massachusetts native Jim Corsi.

We send our love and heartfelt condolences to the Corsi family during this difficult time.https://t.co/SM1KLONNIs pic.twitter.com/pEBU4jI7E2
— Red Sox (@RedSox) January 4, 2022