Our national pastime just got some sad news...

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Harmon Killebrew was a big man at the plate. "Hammerin' Harmon" was one of the greatest power hitters that even graced the diamond. But he is even bigger today, as he faces his final days with dignity and grace.

Harmon Killebrew's statement

"It is with profound sadness that I share with you that my continued battle with esophageal cancer is coming to an end. With the continued love and support of my wife, Nita, I have exhausted all options with respect to controlling this awful disease. My illness has progressed beyond my doctors' expectation of cure.

"I have spent the past decade of my life promoting hospice care and educating people on its benefits. I am very comfortable taking this next step and experiencing the compassionate care that hospice provides.

"I am comforted by the fact that I am surrounded by my family and friends. I thank you for the outpouring of concern, prayers and encouragement that you have shown me. I look forward to spending my final days in comfort and peace with Nita by my side."

Thanks for the great memories Harmon...

 

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Twins legend, Hall of Famer Killebrew dies

Rest in peace Harmon...say hi to the Mick, Babe, Lou, Jackie and Roberto...

Twins legend, Hall of Famer Killebrew dies
Mild-mannered long-distance slugger beloved in Minnesota

A man who wielded significant power in Washington, D.C., in the 1950s and is generally recognized as the first player to admire the parabolic trajectories of self-launched baseballs has died. Harmon Killebrew, slugger supreme, Hall of Famer and civic treasure in the Twin Cities, has joined the great majority, among whom he will stand with distinction because of achievement, friendly persuasion, unusual name and "Killer" nickname.

Killebrew succumbed to esophageal cancer Tuesday in Scottsdale, Ariz., at age 74.

Harmon Killebrew, Twins legend and Hall of Famer, dies at 74 | twinsbaseball.com: News

 

[Mott the Hoople]

Yea we lost a great one. Harmon was a true gentleman.