Former Tigers Closer, Father of Angels Pitcher, Dies
Summary
Tom Timmermann, a former Major League Baseball pitcher for the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians, passed away at age 85. He was known for his career from 1969 to 1974, which included a standout year as the Tigers' main closing pitcher.Key Facts
- Tom Timmermann played major league baseball from 1969 to 1974.
- He was a pitcher for the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians.
- In 1970, he became the primary closing pitcher for the Tigers and earned the "Tiger of the Year" award.
- Timmermann ended his MLB career with a record of 26 wins and 27 losses for the Tigers and a 9-8 record for the Guardians.
- After retiring, he worked in industrial sales and attended Tigers alumni events.
- He is part of a three-generation baseball family, with his biological son and grandson both having played professionally.
- A baseball field in his hometown of Breese, Illinois, is named after him.
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