The Official Site of Major League Baseball: History: Josh Hancock, 1978-2007

History

Cardinals, baseball mourn passing of pitcher Hancock

Cardinals pitcher Josh Hancock, 29, was killed in a car accident early April 29 on Interstate 64 in St. Louis. According to the St. Louis Police Dept., Hancock's vehicle hit a tow truck at approximately 12:35 a.m. CT and he died at the scene. Hancock, who joined the club in 2006, had pitched three innings on Saturday vs. the Cubs. More >

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Career Highlights

Summary of Accomplishments:

• Member of 2006 World Series champion roster.

• Tossed 1 2/3 scoreless innings in Game 3
of the 2006 NLDS against San Diego.

• In 2006, led all Cardinals relievers with 77 innings.

• Attended Auburn University and helped lead
the Tigers to the 1997 College World Series.

• As a high school senior in Alabama, named
Gatorade Player of the Year.

Career totals (2002-2007)
W	L	ERA	G	IP	BB	SO

9	7	4.20	102	177.2	59	110
Complete career stats >

"The pain our organization feels today is unspeakable. Josh was a great competitor with a strong will to win. His fellow Cardinals will tell you that Josh was a consummate teammate with a terrific spirit that served him well on the mound and in the clubhouse."
-- Cards principal owner Bill DeWitt Jr.

Remembering Josh Hancock