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Former Pirates Pitcher Scott Sauerbeck Dies at 53

2/21/2025

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Scott Sauerbeck, the former Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher, tragically passed away at 53 due to a heart attack in Bradenton, Florida. A beloved figure in baseball, he made his mark during five seasons with the Pirates from 1999 to 2003, setting a record for the most games pitched by a left-hander in a single season. The team mourns his loss, extending heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

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Scott Sauerbeck, the former Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher, tragically passed away at 53 due to a heart attack in Bradenton, Florida. A beloved figure in baseball, he made his mark during five seasons with the Pirates from 1999 to 2003, setting a record for the most games pitched by a left-hander in a single season. The team mourns his loss, extending heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.