A shock rippled through the sports world on Tuesday after former MLB pitcher Roy Halladay was killed in a plane crash. Halladay, a two-time Cy Young Award winner, crashed his private plane in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Florida.
The former MLB’er played with the Blue Jays from 1998-2009, and also pitched for the Phillies from 2010-13. During his first season with the team, he shut down the Reds in the 2010 National League Division Series and became only the second player ever to record a no-hitter in the postseason — a feat he’ll always be remembered for.
Both the Blue Jays and Phillies released statements about Halladay’s tragic passing.
Phillies statement on the sudden & tragic passing of Roy Halladay: pic.twitter.com/gGhv7JUKv0
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) November 7, 2017
Statement from the Blue Jays organization on the tragic passing of Roy Halladay: pic.twitter.com/Ih8D0RQE9p
— Toronto Blue Jays (@BlueJays) November 7, 2017
Many athletes, coaches and reporters took to Twitter to share their thoughts on his career, and him as a person as well. Here are some of the most memorable ones.
Some of you have no idea what Roy Halladay meant to the careers of so many of the up & coming stars. Phone calls. Group talks etc. RIP Doc
— Daniel Norris (@DanielNorris18) November 7, 2017
Just heard the tragic news about @RoyHalladay and I'm speechless. One of the best pitchers I've ever seen play. Very sad day for our game.
— Jon Lester (@JLester34) November 7, 2017
Shocked and saddened… gone way too soon. One of the best ever. #RIPDoc
— Justin Verlander (@JustinVerlander) November 7, 2017
Very sad to hear about this. Good man, great pitcher and competitor. My condolences to his family 🙏🏽 https://t.co/pLvgq8OrtC
— Yasiel Puig (@YasielPuig) November 7, 2017
Sad to see the news about Roy Halladay. My deepest condolences to his family.
— Nelson Cruz (@ncboomstick23) November 7, 2017
Shocked at the passing of Roy Halladay. One of the toughest competitors I ever faced. Don't think his greatness was truly appreciated. #MLB
— Bernie Williams (@bw51official) November 7, 2017
I’m stunned to silence over the news of Roy Halladay. My thoughts and heart are with Brandy and the boys. Rest In Peace my friend.
— Charlie Manuel (@CMBaseball41) November 7, 2017
By far the fiercest teammates I have ever been around with a heart of CHAMPION…sad we never got to win one together but will never forget this great night!!! Blessed to have been on the field to witness…Miss ya Brother https://t.co/W7t9CI14i0
— Shane Victorino (@ShaneVictorino) November 7, 2017
Every pitcher tried to imitate him, no hitter wanted to face him, and everybody liked him. RIP Roy Halladay
— Joe Posnanski (@JPosnanski) November 7, 2017
The sadness across baseball right now is overwhelming. Roy Halladay was who everyone wanted to be.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) November 7, 2017
Oct. 6, 2010. Halladay’s no-hitter vs. the Reds in the Division Series. It was an honor to be at Citizens Bank Park that night. pic.twitter.com/KKtwbNNL0k
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) November 7, 2017
Halladay was 40 years old at the time of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and loved ones at this time.
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