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mlnsports +2Players are checked for everything from heart murmurs to worms when they sign a major league contract, or even a minor league one. He has been through several organizations, which means several physicals. So either there are four of the dumbest doctors in the universe who missed the same thing, or, at 28, Joe Kennedy was doing something with 'roids or ephedra or some other performance enhancing substance, proving once again that MLB is still riddled with problems.
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Former Rockies Pitcher Joe Kennedy Dead at 28
Published 11/23/2007 by Russ <info@purplerow.com> at Purple Row: Front Page Posts
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Breaking: Joe Kennedy Dies At Age 28
Published 11/23/2007 by Joe Pawlikowski at MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com
... Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Joe Kennedy. Kennedy passed away this morning while at home with his family in Florida. The cause of death has not yet been determined. ...
Rest in Peace Joe Kennedy
Published 11/23/2007 by R.J. Anderson <info@draysbay.com> at DRaysBay: Front Page Posts
Some unfortunate news has came across the wire, former Rays pitcher Joe Kennedy has passed away this morning at his Florida home. His family was at his side, and the cause of death is undetermined [editor's note, by R.J. Anderson] Apparently Ken Rosenthal has reported the cause of death was results from a brain aneurysm. We send our condolences and prayers to the Kennedy family, at 28 Joe was far too young to be taken from them and the world. ...
Joe Kennedy dead at 28
Published 11/23/2007 by cmkelly29 <info@lonestarball.com> at Lone Star Ball: Front Page Posts
... Posted on Fri Nov 23, 2007 at 01:05:39 PM EDT http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3124303 Absolutely terrible news. Obviously, thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and fans. He didn't have any sort of long-term illness as far as I know. 28 years old. I'll never understand how these things happen. ' Display : ...
Joe Kennedy Dead
Published 11/23/2007 by Pistol at Batter's Box Interactive Magazine
Per ESPN.com: Major league pitcher Joe Kennedy died early Friday morning while at home with his family in Florida, agent Damon Lapa confirmed to ESPN.com. The cause of Kennedy's death could not immediately be determined, Lapa said. Update: A Fox Sports headline through Google said: "Pitcher Joe Kennedy died early Friday, apparently from a brain aneurysm, according to a major-league source." However, since then the headline and text of the article omitted that ...
Pitcher Joe Kennedy dies
Published 11/23/2007 by Evan Brunell at Fire Brand of the American League
... was a swingman out of the bullpen. He remained with the Athletics for close to two years then was claimed off waivers by the Arizona Diamondbacks (the Athletics were in rebuild mode and wanted to save Kennedy’s arbitration money). He pitched 2.2 IP for them before being released, and the Blue Jays signed him where he finished the season out of his bullpen. His final numbers are: 43-61 record, 908.2 IP, 222 games, 139 starts, 4.79 ERA. Kennedy’s cause of death is currently not known, reported ESPN.com . I always liked Kennedy, especially when he was coming up with the Devil ...
A's Pitcher Joe Kennedy Dead at 28
Published 11/23/2007 by Pat Lackey at FanHouse
Filed under: Oakland, Athletics, AL WestTerrible news coming out of Florida today: Oakland A's pitcher Joe Kennedy died this morning of a currently unknown cause. His agent confirmed the news and the A's have released a statement: "The entire Oakland's A's organization sends our thoughts out to Joe's family," said Oakland assistant general manager David Forst. "He was a valued member of our organization for almost two years, and certainly a guy we loved having around.'' This is really tragic and shocking ...
Joe Kennedy Dead at Age 28
Published 11/23/2007 by Balk! at Walk Off Balk
MLB pitcher Joe Kennedy died at his home in Florida this morning. Kennedy pitched with the Rays, Rockies, DBacks, A's, and Blue Jays. Cause of death is unknown right now. [ESPN] ...
Ex-Athletic Pitcher Joe Kennedy Dies
Published 11/23/2007 by Rob at 6-4-2 — an Angels/Dodgers double play blog
28-year-old former Oakland starter Joe Kennedy died early Friday morning, possibly due to a brain aneurysm, according to his agent, Damon Lapa. My condolences to his family.
Joe Kennedy Dies at age 28.
Published 11/23/2007 by Dan S. at Made in 1903
... We awoke today with the news of the tragic loss of pitcher Joe Kennedy, at the young age of 28. The cause of death at this point is unknown. Kennedy in his career, pitched with Tampa Bay, Colorado, Oakland, Arizona, and Toronto. He leaves behind a wife and a one year old son. My condolences to the entire Kennedy family. ...
Something Even We Can't Make Fun Of
Published 11/23/2007 by stoeten at Drunk Jays Fans
... I know we like to joke around and be dicks about everything here, so I don't really want to say much here for fear of rambling off into something offensive (which I hate to admit is actually really tempting). I'll simply report that pitcher Joe Kennedy, who finished the season with the Jays but is a free agent, has died of an apparent brain aneurysm. Or maybe a heart attack. Nobody seems to be sure right now. He was 28. We'll keep you posted on this sad news. ...
Joe Kennedy Dies
Published 11/23/2007 by Nicholas Cote at Out in the Desert
... Joe Kennedy, one of the D-backs’ early August waiver acquisitions, died in his Florida home early Friday morning. The cause of death is not known. ...
Joe Kennedy Dies
Published 11/23/2007 by Eric Simon <amazinavenue@gmail.com> at Amazin' Avenue: Front Page Posts
Joe Kennedy, most recently of the Toronto Blue Jays, died suddenly this morning at his home in Florida. Kennedy was 28 and is survived by his wife and one-year old son.
Sad News
Published 11/23/2007 by Sooze at Babes Love Baseball
... passing out at home with his family in Florida. Few details were made available regarding the cause of his death, but some sources are blaming a brain aneurysm. The lefty was a career 43-61 with a 4.79 ERA over seven big league seasons with the Tampa Bay Rays, Colorado Rockies, Oakland Athletics, Arizona Diamondbacks and Toronto Blue Jays. Kennedy is survived by his wife, Jamie and their one-year-old son. [ESPN] | [FOX Sports] | [Purple Row] | [The Heater] ...
Joe Kennedy 1979-2007
Published 11/23/2007 by Charlie <info@buccosdugout.com> at Bucs Dugout: Front Page Posts
Pitcher Joe Kennedy - who finished this year with the Jays but was probably best known to Pirates fans from the two years he pitched with the Rockies - died in Florida today of unknown causes, perhaps a brain aneurysm or heart attack. He was married and had a one-year old son.
Kennedy Passes
Published 11/23/2007 by StatsGuru at Baseball Musings
Pitcher Joe Kennedy died : Major league pitcher Joe Kennedy died early Friday morning while at home with his family in Florida, agent Damon Lapa confirmed to ESPN.com. The cause of Kennedy's death could not immediately be determined, Lapa said. Initial indications are Kennedy may have suffered a brain aneurysm or heart attack, he said. ...
Black Friday News
Published 11/23/2007 by Jim Johnson at The Bronx Block
... In sadder news, Toronto Blue Jays lefty Joe Kennedy died suddenly early this morning while in Florida with his family. The cause is currently unknown. He was married and had a 1-year old son. Tragic news during the holiday season. ...
Thanksgiving football is boring
Published 11/24/2007 by Ryan at The Victoria Times
... a nap in front of the TV. We've got a game on and the day off with a full belly. What better time for a nap? The NFL realizes this, so they facilitate the nap with a boring game. At this point the only people awake are the women, and all they really want to see is a halftime show, so thats where Kelly Clarkson comes in. The NFL has thought of everything. Thanks NFL! (In an unrelated and somber note, the Victoria Times would like to offer our prayers and condolences to the family of Joe Kennedy .) Labels: ...
Joe Kennedy, Dead at 28
Published 11/24/2007 by Mantlemurcer at My Pinstripes
... is searching for answers. Early this morning, the 28-year old left-hander died while staying at the home of his in-laws. Having gone to bed early, Kennedy got up about 1:15 a.m. and collapsed as he left his bedroom. He was rushed to the hospital where he was pronounced dead. According to a Blue Jays spokesperson, Kennedy was in Bradenton, Florida to be the best man at a friend's wedding. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, his wife and 1-year old son. Source
Sports Wrap for yesterday: Arkansas upsets #1 LSU, RIP Joe Kennedy, Happy trails to Bill Callahan
Published 11/24/2007 by houroc at SportFiends
... . Thanks for visiting! RIP Joe Kennedy Major League pitcher Joe Kennedy died at his in laws home in Tampa, FL on friday. After going to bed early he woke up at 1:15 am and collapsed. He was immediately rushed to Brandon Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The cause of death could not immediately be determined, agent Damon Lapa said. Kennedy was in the Majors for seven years posting a 43-61 career record with a 4.79 ERA in 222 appearances. He played for three teams last season. With Oakland, Arizona and most recently with Toronto. “We were terribly shocked,” Blue Jays ...
