Mike Greenwell — a member of the Red Sox Hall of Fame who spent his entire 12-season MLB career with Boston — has died at 62 years old following a battle with cancer.
The news of Greenwell’s passing was announced by Lee County officials in Florida, with the former Red Sox outfielder serving as a commissioner for the county at the time of his death.
“It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Commissioner Mike Greenwell, a lifelong Lee County resident,” Lee County announced on its Facebook account. “He was a strong advocate for the people and businesses of Lee County and will be remembered for seeking meaningful solutions to the challenges his community faced.