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New York Times
08-05-2025
- Health
- New York Times
Chet Lemon, 1984 World Series champion with Tigers, dies at 70
Chet Lemon, the center fielder for the 1984 World Series champion Detroit Tigers, died Thursday morning at his home in Apopka, Fla. He was 70. Born in Jackson, Miss., and raised in California, Lemon played parts of 16 seasons in the major leagues. He debuted with the Chicago White Sox in 1975 and remained with the franchise through 1981. He played for the Tigers from 1982 until his retirement after the 1990 season. Advertisement Lemon retired with a .273 career batting average and three All-Star selections. He was regarded as an electric defender in center field and was a key part of the Tigers' 1984 World Series run. 'Chet was the kindest of men and always had that great smile on his face,' former Tigers catcher Lance Parrish said in a statement. 'He was also a fierce competitor on the baseball field and a great teammate. I loved him like a brother.' The Detroit Tigers join all of baseball in mourning the passing of Chet Lemon. While he was a World Series Champion and All-Star on the field, perhaps his biggest impact came off of it. That includes creating the Chet Lemon Foundation and dedicating much of his post-playing… — Detroit Tigers (@tigers) May 8, 2025 After his playing career, Lemon moved to Florida and established the Chet Lemon Baseball School, the Chet Lemon Foundation and also coached at Eustis High School. For the past 30 years, Lemon has battled health issues. He was eventually diagnosed with the rare blood disease polycythemia vera, which causes bone marrow to make too many red blood cells. The extra blood cells thicken and slow blood flow, increasing the risk of blood clots, according to the Mayo Clinic. Lemon suffered at least 13 strokes, leaving him unable to walk or talk in recent years. 'My heart goes out to (Lemon's wife) Gigi and the family,' Hall of Fame shortstop Alan Trammell said. 'Chet was a cherished teammate and friend. I'm so thankful for the time we spent together last summer when the 1984 team had its 40th reunion at Comerica Park. Today is a sad day for us. He will be dearly missed.' Despite his health issues, Lemon attended that reunion last summer, where he received a large ovation from the crowd and a warm embrace from his former teammates. Advertisement 'I always believed my job as a pitcher was made easier when Chet was behind me in center,' former Tigers pitcher Dan Petry said. 'I'll never forget his laughter and infectious smile. His athleticism on the field always stood out, but he was an even better teammate and friend.' (Photo of Chet Lemon (right) shaking hands with Tigers OF Kerry Carpenter (left), who played for Chet Lemon's Juice youth baseball team: Junfu Han / USA Today Network)
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Yahoo
Loaded gun found at Eustis High School, officials say; student arrested
The Brief A student was arrested after being found with a loaded gun at Eustis High School in Lake County. Two classmates reported the weapon, leading to a swift response and recovery by school officials. No injuries or threats were reported; police are investigating. EUSTIS, Fla. - A student was arrested after being found with a loaded gun at Eustis High School in Lake County, officials said. What we know A student at Eustis High School in Lake County was arrested on Wednesday after school officials confirmed that the student brought a loaded firearm onto campus. The situation unfolded when two students reported to administrators that another classmate was in possession of a gun. The student allegedly admitted to having the weapon, which was recovered by a school resource officer. The gun was confirmed to be loaded. No one was injured or threatened during the incident, according to school officials. What we don't know Authorities have not released the identity, age, or grade level of the student involved. It is also unclear how the student obtained the weapon or how long they may have had it on school property. The Eustis Police Department is investigating the incident, but no further details about that investigation have been made available. What they're saying In a message to families, Eustis High School administrators said the situation was resolved without injury and credited student action for the safe outcome. "I'm calling to let you know that one of our students was found with a loaded gun on campus today. No one was threatened or injured. The weapon has been retrieved, and the student has been arrested. It was found quickly as a result of two responsible students coming forward to administration," the message stated. The school also reiterated its stance on safety protocols. "Please remind your students that weapons and dangerous instruments are not allowed on campus, and we take all safety violations very seriously." STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the Eustis Police Department and Lake County Schools.
