The Boston Red Sox are saddened on Thursday by the death of a legendary franchise outfielder.

Mike Greenwell, a 12-year MLB veteran who played his entire career with the Boston Red Sox, passed away on Thursday. He was 62 years old. Greenwell, a Boston Red Sox Hall of Famer, was a two-time All-Star, making the MLB Summer Classic in 1988 and ’89. He won an American League Silver Slugger in 1988, too.

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The Boston Red Sox are saddened by his death on Thursday.

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Red Sox Hall of Famer Mike Greenwell. ‘The Gator’ spent his entire career in a Red Sox uniform and was a beloved fixture of Fenway and Fort Myers. He gave so much to Lee County and Sox Nation. We send our love to the Greenwell family,” the team announced.

Greenwell’s wife, Tracy, confirmed her husband’s passing on Facebook.

“With a heavy heart, I lost my best friend today. It was Mike’s time to be an angel. At 10:30 a.m. in Boston’s General Hospital. We are forever grateful for the life he has given us,” said Tracy Greenwell.

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Greenwell had been serving as the Lee County District 5 Commissioner. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office released a statement on his passing.

“It is with a heavy heart I share the news of the passing of Lee County Commissioner Mike Greenwell. Over the past several years, I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with Commissioner Greenwell and deeply admired his professionalism and service to the great residents of this county. For those who knew him, Mike was a loyal family man, a dedicated business man, and local leader who was extremely passionate about the well-being of this county. Additionally, he will always be remembered for his distinguished professional baseball career with the world famous Boston Red Sox, and know his legacy will live on forever. Today we honor the life and contributions of Commissioner Greenwell, and are mourning this profound loss alongside his family, friends, and all of those who loved him.”

Our thoughts are with his friends and family members following his passing.

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This story was originally reported by The Spun on Oct 9, 2025, where it first appeared in the MLB section. Add The Spun as a Preferred Source by clicking here.