Hideki Irabu

On this date in 2011, Hideki Irabu passes away at age 41 of a suicide.

"The best thrower I had ever seen. He was the best pitcher I had ever seen in my life. For him to be such an also-ran and a bust here was very surprising." - Bobby Valentine who managed against Irabu in Japan

Hideki Irabu

On this date in 2011, Hideki Irabu passes away at age 41 of a suicide.

"The best thrower I had ever seen. He was the best pitcher I had ever seen in my life. For him to be such an also-ran and a bust here was very surprising." - Bobby Valentine who managed against Irabu in Japan

Hideki Irabu: 1969 - 2011

"The best thrower I had ever seen on days. He was the best pitcher I had ever seen in my life. For him to be such an also-ran and a bust here was very surprising." - Bobby Valentine

RIP