Jeremy Giambi, a former MLB player who spent two and a half seasons with the Oakland Athletics, died Wednesday at age 47.
Giambi, born in San Jose, Calif., died at his parents’ home in Southern California, agent Joel Wolfe told reporters. No cause of death was given. Giambi played six MLB seasons from 1998 to 2003 with the Kansas City Royals, A’s, Philadelphia Phillies and Boston Red Sox before his retirement.
“We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of a member of our Green and Gold family, Jeremy Giambi. We offer our condolences to Janne, Jason and his family and friends.”
Giambi’s brother, Jason Giambi, played eight season with the A’s — including the 2000 and 2001 seasons in Oakland with Jeremy. The A’s traded Jeremy to the Phillies in May of 2002.
Former MLB pitcher Brett Myers, a teammate of Giambi’s with the Phillies, shared his condolences on Twitter:
“You were a great teammate and a fun guy to have in the clubhouse! My prayers go out to the family and friends!”
