Remembering the Late, Great Roy Halladay
Former teammates and famous fans react to the sudden passing of the Phillies star.
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The unexpected death of former Phillies pitcher Roy Halladay on Tuesday sent shockwaves throughout Philadelphia, the entire baseball community and all of those whose lives were touched by “Doc” one way or another. The 40-year-old Colorado native was killed when his single-engine light aircraft crashed into the Gulf of Mexico, approximately 10 miles off the coast of St. Petersburg, Florida.
Many ex-teammates and famous fans took to social media to pay their respects to Halladay – both as a fierce competitor on the field and a man beloved by all off it. Here’s a sampling of reactions to Halladay’s untimely death:
By far the fiercest teammates I have ever been around with a heart of CHAMPION…sad we never got to win one together but will never forget this great night!!! Blessed to have been on the field to witness…Miss ya Brother https://t.co/W7t9CI14i0
— Shane Victorino (@ShaneVictorino) November 7, 2017
Such a sad day. We lost a great ball player but an even better human being. Many prayers to Brandy, Ryan, & Brayden. We will miss you Roy.
— Ryan Howard (@ryanhoward) November 7, 2017
Carlos Ruiz released this statement about his friend, Roy Halladay. pic.twitter.com/xrQJh4KMXN
— NBC Sports Philadelphia (@NBCSPhilly) November 8, 2017
I’m stunned to silence over the news of Roy Halladay. My thoughts and heart are with Brandy and the boys. Rest In Peace my friend.
— Charlie Manuel (@CMBaseball41) November 7, 2017
Heart broken- Roy was always the guy I looked up to in little league, in high school, in the bigs. So lucky to have been his teammate. Incredible husband, incredible dad, we will miss you Doc!
— Brad Lidge (@SlidersNSaves54) November 7, 2017
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God damn't, No! Roy Halladay, one of the most dominant pitchers to ever toe the rubber and always generous to his legion of fans. RIP
— Miles Teller (@Miles_Teller) November 7, 2017
I lost a great friend today. All love Roy!!! #RoyHalladay pic.twitter.com/DVdhLDnbcQ
— Kenny Chesney (@kennychesney) November 7, 2017
Our deepest sympathies to the Halladay family for the passing of a great Hall of Famer, father and man.
— Jay Wright (@CoachJayWright) November 8, 2017
Roy Halladay was an exceptional athlete and a true gentleman. My thoughts are with his family. RIP Doc.
— Mayor Cherelle L. Parker (@PhillyMayor) November 7, 2017
Saddened by the loss of fmr @Phillies star Roy Halladay. He shined on and off the field. We mourn alongside his family, teammates and fans. https://t.co/eBrxIDIJtb
— Governor Josh Shapiro (@GovernorShapiro) November 7, 2017
