Fernando Valenzuela to Be Honored at 2024 World Series Between Dodgers and Yankees
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The sports world is mourning the death of Los Angeles Dodgers legendary pitcher and broadcaster Fernando Valenzuela.
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The Dodgers announced the passing of Valenzuela on Tuesday night. Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred released this statement:
"Fernando Valenzuela was one of the most impactful players of his generation. With his distinctive pitching style, the Dodger left-hander's rookie season generated so much excitement in the U.S. and his native Mexico that it became commonly referred to as 'Fernandomania.' His 1981 season ranks among the most decorated pitching years of all-time as Fernando was the National League Rookie of the Year, the NL Cy Young Award winner, a Silver Slugger and a World Series Champion.
"Following his memorable career, Fernando was an outstanding ambassador for baseball. He consistently supported the growth of the game through the World Baseball Classic and at MLB events across his home country. As a member of the Dodger broadcasting team for more than 20 years, Fernando helped to reach a new generation of fans and cultivate their love of the game. Fernando will always remain a beloved figure in Dodger history and a special source of pride for the millions of Latino fans he inspired.”
Manfred concluded the statement by saying the league will honor Valenzuela during the World Series at Dodger Stadium.
"We will honor Fernando's memory during the 2024 World Series at Dodger Stadium. On behalf of Major League Baseball, I extend my deepest condolences to Fernando's family, the Dodgers, his friends across the game and all the loyal baseball fans of Mexico."
Valenzuela was a part of the 1981 World Series champion Dodgers, who beat the New York Yankees in six games. That was the last time the Dodgers and Yankees met in the World Series.
