Work : Contracts, agreements 7 June 1982 (Signed by New York Yankees) chart Placidus Equal_H.
Work : Retired 1984 (Didnt play any ball)
Death:Death by Disease 4 January 2022 (Liver and colon cancer, age 60) chart Placidus Equal_H.
American baseball player, a right-handed pitcher who played ten seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Oakland Athletics (1988–1989, 1992, 1995–1996), Houston Astros (1991), Florida Marlins (1993), Boston Red Sox (1997–1999) and Baltimore Orioles (1999). Corsi was originally signed by the New York Yankees on 7 June 1982 after being selected in the 25th round of the free-agent draft. A mediocre player at the very best, his career was one of constant injury. In his five years with the Yankees, Corsi didnt play in a major-league game once. Instead, he played with various New York-affiliated minor league teams in order to recuperate from injuries; he didnt play any form of baseball in 1984. In the twelve years from 1987 to 1999, he played for the Oakland Athletics, Houston Astros, Florida Marlins, Boston Red Sox and the Baltimore Orioles, as well as many of their minor league affiliates. Injuries were also a problem during this time in his career, keeping him from realizing his true potential. The lowest point in his career came in 1990 when no major league team would sign him, forcing him to sign solely with a minor league team in Washington. Corsi married and divorced and had four children. He died from cancer of the liver and colon on the morning of 4 January 2022 at his home in Bellingham, Massachusetts. He was 60. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Jim Corsi was an American professional soccer goalkeeper who played in Major League Soccer (MLS) and indoor soccer leagues. He was born in Newton, Massachusetts, and passed away on January 2, 2022, from liver cancer. He is best known for his time with the Montreal Impact in the early years of MLS.
Corsi had a long and successful soccer career, playing for various teams including:
He was known for his shot-stopping abilities and leadership on the field. He played a crucial role in the Montreal Impact's success in the early years of MLS, earning recognition for his performances.
After his playing career, Jim Corsi became an advocate for blood cancer awareness, particularly after his diagnosis with multiple myeloma in 2016. He actively spoke about the importance of early detection and bone marrow donation, inspiring many with his courage and determination. His advocacy work garnered significant media attention, raising awareness and encouraging people to register as bone marrow donors.
In December 2021, Corsi publicly announced that his cancer had progressed and that he was entering hospice care. His story resonated with many, prompting an outpouring of support from the soccer community and beyond.
Due to privacy and the sensitive nature of his health battle, specific social media details and recent projects are not readily available or may be kept private. To find general news articles about his career and advocacy, searching online using terms like "Jim Corsi soccer," "Jim Corsi cancer," or "Jim Corsi obituary" is recommended.
For official information related to blood cancer and bone marrow donation, you can refer to organizations like Be The Match (bethematch.org) or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (lls.org).
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