The baseball world mourns the loss of Randy Jones, the left-handed pitcher who shone with the San Diego Padres for a decade in the Major Leagues.
Jones, recognized for his outstanding performance, passed away at the age of 75. The news was announced by the Padres, without revealing details about the cause or place of his death.
During his career, Jones left an indelible mark, especially on the Padres, where he played eight seasons. He was also part of the New York Mets for two seasons.
His major league record was 100 wins and 123 losses, with an ERA of 3.42. He still holds impressive records with the Padres, including 253 starts, 71 complete games, 18 shutouts, and 1,766 innings pitched.
After retiring, Jones returned to San Diego County and became an emblematic face of the Padres, participating in events and in the community. In 2017, he announced that he suffered from throat cancer, probably due to the use of chewing tobacco during his career. In 2018, he announced that he was cancer-free. The number 35 of Jones was retired by the Padres in 1997, and he was inducted into the team’s Hall of Fame in 1999.Randy was a cornerstone of our franchise for over five decades. His impact and popularity only grew after his playing career, becoming a great ambassador for the team and a true fan favorite.
Statement from the Padres
