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Hamilton Spectator
2 days ago
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Jim Clancy, a longtime Blue Jay pitcher and 1982 all-star, dead at 69
TORONTO - Jim Clancy, who made his Major League debut during the Toronto Blue Jays' 1977 expansion season and spent 12 seasons with the club as a key member of its starting rotation, has died at 69. The Blue Jays confirmed Clancy's death in a social media post Monday. A cause of death was not given. Clancy was selected by the Blue Jays sixth overall in the 1976 MLB expansion draft and made his big-league debut on July 26, 1977, against the Texas Rangers at Toronto's Exhibition Stadium. He surrendered five earned runs over two innings in a 14-0 loss. After going 4-9 in Toronto's expansion year, Clancy played his first full season in 1978, posting a respectable 10-12 record on a team that finished last in the American League East at 59-102. Clancy, along with star pitcher Dave Stieb, provided the bedrock for the Blue Jays' starting rotation as the team became increasingly competitive. He was Toronto's opening-day starter in 1981 and 1984. He had a 16-14 record with a 3.71 earned-run average and 139 strikeouts in his 1982 all-star season as the Blue Jays finished out of last place in the AL East for the first time with a 78-84 record. Clancy is pictured in this May 28, 1983 file photo in Toronto. He went 9-6 with a 3.78 ERA in 1985 as the Jays won the division for the first time before falling in seven games to the Kansas City Royals in the AL Championship Series. Clancy signed with the Houston Astros after a disappointing 1988 season in Toronto, where he had an 11-13 record and 4.49 ERA as the Blue Jays failed to return to the playoffs for a third straight season. He played his final campaign coming out of the bullpen with the 1991 Atlanta Braves. He earned his first-ever post-season victory in the third game of the World Series as Atlanta defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-4 in twelve innings. Clancy finished the series with a 1-0 record with a 4.15 ERA, but the Twins won the series in seven games. Over his career, Clancy had a 140-167 record with a 4.23 ERA and 1,422 strikeouts.
New York Post
3 days ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Jim Clancy, former Blue Jays All-Star, dead at 69
Former major leaguer Jim Clancy – a longtime member of the Blue Jays – died on Monday. He was 69. The Blue Jays announced his passing in a post on social media and the cause of death was not given. 'We are saddened to learn of the passing of Blue Jays great, Jim Clancy,' the Blue Jays wrote in a post on X. 'His impact on our organization will be remembered forever. Our hearts go out to his family and friends during this difficult time.' Jim Clancy died at 69 years old. Toronto Star via Getty Images Clancy debuted for the Blue Jays during their 1977 expansion season and spent 12 seasons with the team after being picked sixth overall in the 1976 expansion draft. he played 15 years in the majors and compiled a 140-167 record with a 4.23 ERA and struck out 1,422 batters. He's best remembered for his time in Toronto, where he became a mainstay for the Blue Jays' starting rotation and was the club's Opening Day starter in 1981 and 1984. Clancy was named an All-Star during the 1982 season and finished the year with a 16-4 record, 3.71 ERA and 139 strikeouts to his name. The right-hander helped the Jays win the AL East for the first time in 1985, going 9-6 with a 3.78 ERA, before falling to the Royals in the ALCS. Jim Clancy was a one-time All-Star with the Blue Jays. Toronto Star via Getty Images He recorded eight double-digit win seasons and had at least 15 wins in 1982, 1983 and 1987. Clancy holds the distinction as second all-time in Blue Jays history in starts, innings pitched and complete games and sits third all-time in wins. Clancy left the Blue Jays after the 1988 season and signed with the Astros and remained there until he was traded to the Braves in the middle of the 1991 season. He pitched for the Braves in the World Series that year, recording a win in Game 3 against the Twins.
Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Pitcher Jim Clancy, a longtime Blue Jay and 1982 all-star, dead at 69
TORONTO - Jim Clancy, who made his Major League debut during the Toronto Blue Jays' 1977 expansion season and spent 12 seasons with the club as a key member of its starting rotation, has died at 69. The Blue Jays confirmed Clancy's death in a social media post Monday. A cause of death was not given. Clancy was selected by the Blue Jays sixth overall in the 1976 MLB expansion draft and made his big-league debut on July 26, 1977, against the Texas Rangers at Toronto's Exhibition Stadium. He surrendered five earned runs over two innings in a 14-0 loss. After going 4-9 in Toronto's expansion year, Clancy played his first full season in 1978, posting a respectable 10-12 record on a team that finished last in the American League East at 59-102. Clancy, along with star pitcher Dave Stieb, provided the bedrock for the Blue Jays' starting rotation as the team became increasingly competitive. He was Toronto's opening-day starter in 1981 and 1984. He had a 16-14 record with a 3.71 earned-run average and 139 strikeouts in his 1982 all-star season as the Blue Jays finished out of last place in the AL East for the first time with a 78-84 record. He went 9-6 with a 3.78 ERA in 1985 as the Jays won the division for the first time before falling in seven games to the Kansas City Royals in the AL Championship Series. Clancy signed with the Houston Astros after a disappointing 1988 season in Toronto, where he had an 11-13 record and 4.49 ERA as the Blue Jays failed to return to the playoffs for a third straight season. He played his final campaign coming out of the bullpen with the 1991 Atlanta Braves. He earned his first-ever post-season victory in the third game of the World Series as Atlanta defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-4 in twelve innings. Clancy finished the series with a 1-0 record with a 4.15 ERA, but the Twins won the series in seven games. Over his career, Clancy had a 140-167 record with a 4.23 ERA and 1,422 strikeouts. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 14, 2025.
Toronto Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Longtime Blue Jays pitcher and all-star Jim Clancy dead at 69
Published Jul 14, 2025 • 2 minute read Toronto Blue Jays' Jim Clancy is pictured in this May 28, 1983 file photo in Toronto. The Canadian Press The Canadian Press Jim Clancy, who made his Major League debut during the Toronto Blue Jays' 1977 expansion season and spent 12 seasons with the club as a key member of its starting rotation, has died at 69. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The Blue Jays confirmed Clancy's death in a social media post Monday. A cause of death was not given. Clancy was selected by the Blue Jays sixth overall in the 1976 MLB expansion draft and made his big-league debut on July 26, 1977, against the Texas Rangers at Toronto's Exhibition Stadium. He surrendered five earned runs over two innings in a 14-0 loss. After going 4-9 in Toronto's expansion year, Clancy played his first full season in 1978, posting a respectable 10-12 record on a team that finished last in the American League East at 59-102. Clancy, along with star pitcher Dave Stieb, provided the bedrock for the Blue Jays' starting rotation as the team became increasingly competitive. He was Toronto's opening-day starter in 1981 and 1984. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. We are saddened to learn of the passing of Blue Jays great, Jim Clancy. Clancy spent 12 of his 15 Major League seasons with Toronto - including an All-Star appearance in 1982 - and ranks second in franchise history in starts, innings pitched, and complete games. His impact on… — Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) July 14, 2025 He had a 16-14 record with a 3.71 earned-run average and 139 strikeouts in his 1982 all-star season as the Blue Jays finished out of last place in the AL East for the first time with a 78-84 record. He went 9-6 with a 3.78 ERA in 1985 as the Jays won the division for the first time before falling in seven games to the Kansas City Royals in the AL Championship Series. Clancy signed with the Houston Astros after a disappointing 1988 season in Toronto, where he had an 11-13 record and 4.49 ERA as the Blue Jays failed to return to the playoffs for a third straight season. He played his final campaign coming out of the bullpen with the 1991 Atlanta Braves. He earned his first-ever post-season victory in the third game of the World Series as Atlanta defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-4 in twelve innings. Clancy finished the series with a 1-0 record with a 4.15 ERA, but the Twins won the series in seven games. Over his career, Clancy had a 140-167 record with a 4.23 ERA and 1,422 strikeouts. RECOMMENDED VIDEO NFL NHL Golf Editorial Cartoons World
Edmonton Journal
3 days ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Longtime Blue Jays pitcher and all-star Jim Clancy dead at 69
Article content Jim Clancy, who made his Major League debut during the Toronto Blue Jays' 1977 expansion season and spent 12 seasons with the club as a key member of its starting rotation, has died at 69. Article content The Blue Jays confirmed Clancy's death in a social media post Monday. A cause of death was not given. Article content Clancy was selected by the Blue Jays sixth overall in the 1976 MLB expansion draft and made his big-league debut on July 26, 1977, against the Texas Rangers at Toronto's Exhibition Stadium. He surrendered five earned runs over two innings in a 14-0 loss. Article content After going 4-9 in Toronto's expansion year, Clancy played his first full season in 1978, posting a respectable 10-12 record on a team that finished last in the American League East at 59-102. Article content Clancy, along with star pitcher Dave Stieb, provided the bedrock for the Blue Jays' starting rotation as the team became increasingly competitive. He was Toronto's opening-day starter in 1981 and 1984. Article content We are saddened to learn of the passing of Blue Jays great, Jim Clancy. Clancy spent 12 of his 15 Major League seasons with Toronto - including an All-Star appearance in 1982 - and ranks second in franchise history in starts, innings pitched, and complete games. His impact on… — Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) July 14, 2025 Article content He had a 16-14 record with a 3.71 earned-run average and 139 strikeouts in his 1982 all-star season as the Blue Jays finished out of last place in the AL East for the first time with a 78-84 record. Article content He went 9-6 with a 3.78 ERA in 1985 as the Jays won the division for the first time before falling in seven games to the Kansas City Royals in the AL Championship Series. Article content Clancy signed with the Houston Astros after a disappointing 1988 season in Toronto, where he had an 11-13 record and 4.49 ERA as the Blue Jays failed to return to the playoffs for a third straight season. Article content He played his final campaign coming out of the bullpen with the 1991 Atlanta Braves. He earned his first-ever post-season victory in the third game of the World Series as Atlanta defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-4 in twelve innings. Article content Clancy finished the series with a 1-0 record with a 4.15 ERA, but the Twins won the series in seven games. Article content
