The former MLB pitcher Scott Sauerbeck's cause of death published

The sad cause of death of the former Major League Baseball Pitcher was published.

Accordingly PeopleThe medical examiner's office in Florida has found that Scott Sauerbeck's cause of death was “complications from influenza, whereby hypertensive heart diseases are listed as a contributor”.

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The report lists “Sequela of Acute Influenza A, including streptococcal pharyngitis” as his cause of death. People reported. His death was natural and he had no “illegal substances” in his system, People reported.

Although People Sauerbeck reported on his cause of death on May 12, 2025 and died in February.

“The family of the pirates mourns the loss of Scott Sauerbeck,” wrote the Pittsburgh Pirates on February 20 on Facebook.

“Scott played for BUCs from 1999-2003 and has the club record for most games that were recorded by an LHP in one season,” was the post. “Our thoughts are with his family and friends in this difficult time.”

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According to his MLB statistics page, Sauerbeck was for a number of teams, the Pittsburgh Pirates, Boston Red Sox, the Cleveland Indians and the Oakland athletics.

.Sauerbeck died in Bradenton, Florida, The New York Post reported.

The fans filled the pirates' comment thread with a tribute when Sauerbeck died.

“Every time someone goes out, it is a very sad opportunity, but it is even more sad when someone goes at a young age. I know that all too well from experience. I am very sorry to hear it and may have to rip,” wrote one.

“The anchor of the Bullpen in my formative years as a young fan. A signed 8×10 Scott from Pirateefest 2000 still hangs in my home office,” wrote another person. “Rest easy, scott.”

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