Ray Fosse, who spent 35 years broadcasting Oakland Athletics games after a 12-year career in Major League Baseball, has died at age 74. He had battled cancer for 16-years, a statement from the team said.
Fosse retired from the broadcast booth in August, telling fans in a statement about his cancer battle. “Given my current medical condition, I am taking a step away from the A’s and NBC Sports California effective immediately, to focus on my treatment and to be with my family during this time. My wife, Carol, and I extend our gratitude to the baseball community, and community at large, for your thoughts and prayers.”
Before becoming a broadcaster, Fosse spent a dozen years as a MLB catcher. He started his career with the Cleveland Indians, making the all-star team in 1970 and 1971. His first appearance became part of baseball lore, as he had a major collision at home plate...
Fosse retired from the broadcast booth in August, telling fans in a statement about his cancer battle. “Given my current medical condition, I am taking a step away from the A’s and NBC Sports California effective immediately, to focus on my treatment and to be with my family during this time. My wife, Carol, and I extend our gratitude to the baseball community, and community at large, for your thoughts and prayers.”
Before becoming a broadcaster, Fosse spent a dozen years as a MLB catcher. He started his career with the Cleveland Indians, making the all-star team in 1970 and 1971. His first appearance became part of baseball lore, as he had a major collision at home plate...
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