Puerto Rican baseball coach Jean Ramirez has passed away.
The Tampa Bay Rays bullpen catcher passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at the age of 28.
The club president Erik Neander announced the sudden passing of Ramirez in a press statement on Tuesday evening.
“We extend our deepest sympathy and condolences to Jean’s family. He was a caring teammate and friend. He exuded so much joy in all he did, and his kind heart was truly a gift to all. As we process this unexpected and difficult loss, we are grateful for the times we shared with Jean,” the statement said.
Rays manager Kevin Cash said in a statement: “Jean was an incredible teammate and friend. He brought so much passion and energy each day to our clubhouse and bullpen, and his love for the Rays and baseball was evident to all who interacted with him.
“He had the biggest heart and most infectious smile. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Jean will be deeply missed.”
Jean Ramirez cause of death: How did Jean Ramirez die?
No cause of death was immediately available. He was strong and fit at the time of his death, per reports.
Who was Jean Ramirez? Wikipedia, age, height, family, Rays bullpen catcher
Born in Puerto Rico, Ramirez attended high school in Fort Worth, Texas (Boswell HS).
Even though he started out in college ball with the University of Arkansas, Ramirez ended up graduating from Illinois State. He was then drafted in the 28th round by the Rays after his career at ISU.
Ramirez didn’t find much success at the plate in rookie ball and Low-A. However, he was impressive enough behind the plate – notably, unsurprisingly, in working with pitchers in the bullpen – that he rose the ranks as a bullpen catcher.
He spent the past three seasons with the Rays in that role, which is technically an assistant coaching role.
Jean Ramirez wife and children: Was Jean Ramirez married? Did Jean Ramirez have children?
There is not much information about Jean Ramirez’s immediate family.
