Former major league pitcher Doug Creek has died at age 55 after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer just three months ago, his daughter announced Sunday.
The left-handed relief pitcher, who played for the Cardinals, Giants, Cubs, Rays, Mariners, Blue Jays and Tigers from 1995-2005, is survived by two adult children. Daily Mail Reports.
Heartfelt tribute Posts Creek’s daughter Aubrey posted on Instagram that “his presence will be here forever.”
My life changed completely this morning. There is not a day that goes by when I miss you more. I still can’t believe that you are really gone. It doesn’t seem real. We may have clashed and disagreed on everything, but the one thing we agreed on was baseball and our love for it. I was so blessed to share the love for something you were so passionate about. Everything you taught me, everything I know. I can’t wait to teach my kids the same one day. Every time I go to a game, you’ll be there with me. You definitely left your mark on this world. You were a role model, coach, and second dad to so many kids. You may be gone, but your presence will remain here forever. I hope I made you proud. I was always your little girl. I love you, dad. Until we meet again.
Former MLB player, Diagnosed He was diagnosed with cancer in April, according to Fox News.
Creek lives in Mechanicsville, Maryland, and was coaching youth baseball players at the Doug Creek Baseball Camp, which was scheduled to begin Monday.
