The official cause of death for Jeremy Giambi, a former MLB player, has been determined.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner Coroner’s office has determined that Giambi committed suicide, two days after the news of his death first broke on Wednesday.
Jeremy Giambi Cause of Death
Giambi, a former outfielder for the Oakland Athletics, died at the age of 47. He started his career with the Oakland Athletics and went on to play for the Philadelphia Phillies, the Kansas City Royals, and the Boston Red Sox before retiring in 2003.
Many current and former MLB players have expressed their condolences to the Giambi family following his death.
Alex Rodriguez wrote on Twitter, “Heartbroken to hear the news about Jeremy Giambi’s passing. He was the ultimate competitor on the diamond. Just 47, gone way too soon. My thoughts are with his family and friends. RIP.”
The Oakland Athletics tweeted their condolences to Jeremy Giambi’s family and friends, writing, “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of a member of our Green and Gold family, Jeremy Giambi. We offer our condolences to Jeanne, Jason, and his family and friends.”
In addition to the statement from his former team, the 2002 World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies tweeted, “The Phillies are saddened to hear the news of Jeremy Giambi’s tragic passing. Our condolences go out to his family during this very difficult time.”
Sorry to hear about the death of former A’s player Jeremy Giambi, brother of Jason. Only 47. RIP.
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) February 9, 2022
Based on data compiled by Baseball-Reference, Giambi hit 52 home runs, drove in 209 runs, and maintained a.263 batting average over the course of 510 career games in the Major Leagues.
The 2011 film Moneyball featured both him and his older brother, Jason.
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