Knuckleballer Tim Wakefield, a 2x World Series champion, has died at the age of 57 ... just days after former teammate Curt Schilling revealed the longtime starting pitcher was battling brain cancer.
The Boston Red Sox, Wakefield's team for all but two of his 19 MLB seasons (he spent his early days with the Pirates), announced the devastating news on social media.
"Our hearts are broken with the loss of Tim Wakefield," the BoSox wrote on X.
"Wake embodied true goodness; a devoted husband, father, and teammate, beloved broadcaster, and the ultimate community leader.