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Former White Sox Closer Bobby Jenks Passes Away at 44

Bobby Jenks, the former Chicago White Sox closer and 2005 World Series champion, has died at 44 in Portugal after battling stomach cancer.

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  • Bobby Jenks, a former closer for the Chicago White Sox, died at 44 while receiving treatment for stomach cancer in Portugal.
  • He was a key player in the White Sox's 2005 World Series victory, contributing significantly to the team's success.
  • Jenks was a two-time All-Star, recognized for his impressive performance in 2006 and 2007 during his six-season career.
  • He recorded 173 saves and 334 strikeouts, ranking among the franchise leaders in several relief pitching categories.
  • His passing marks a significant loss for the baseball community, as he was celebrated for his contributions to the sport.

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Center-leaning sources frame Bobby Jenks' death with a focus on his achievements and legacy as a prominent figure in baseball, emphasizing his All-Star status and contributions to the White Sox. They convey a tone of respect and nostalgia, subtly highlighting the tragedy of his early death due to cancer.

Bobby Jenks passed away at the age of 44 in Portugal while receiving treatment for stomach cancer.

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He was a two-time All-Star and pitcher for the White Sox, winning the 2005 World Series title.

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Jenks is a franchise leader in saves, appearances, and strikeouts with 173 saves and 334 strikeouts in 329 career appearances.

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He was an All-Star in both 2006 and 2007.

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"…Bobby Jenks, the closer for the 2005 World Series champion Chicago White Sox whose fastball touched 100 mph in an era when such heat was uncommon, died July 4 of stomach cancer, the White Sox announced."

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"…Bobby Jenks, former Chicago White Sox All-Star pitcher and 2005 World Series champion, died Friday in Sintra, Portugal, where he had been battling adenocarcinoma, a form of stomach cancer, the Sox announced Saturday."

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"…Bobby Jenks, the larger-than-life flame-throwing reliever who helped the White Sox close out their first World Series title in almost a century, has died at age 44, the team announced Saturday."

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Bobby Jenks was instrumental in the White Sox's 2005 World Series victory, saving four games in six postseason appearances, including the clinching game of the World Series itself.

Jenks recorded 173 saves and 334 strikeouts over 329 relief appearances for the White Sox, posting a 3.40 ERA. He was a two-time All-Star in 2006 and 2007, and his 41 consecutive batters retired in 2007 tied a record for a reliever.

Bobby Jenks's passing marks a significant loss for the baseball community, as he was celebrated for his contributions to the sport and remembered as a key player in the 2005 World Series champion team.

After leaving the White Sox, Jenks appeared in 19 games with the Boston Red Sox in 2011 before retiring. He later managed the Windy City Thunderbolts in 2024.

Bobby Jenks was receiving treatment for stomach cancer in Portugal at the time of his death.

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