Baseball world reacts to Tommy Hanson’s death with tributes

The sudden death of former MLB pitcher Tommy Hanson hit close to home for many people with a connection to baseball. Hanson died of catastrophic organ failure Monday night in Atlanta at the age of 29. Earlier Monday it was reported he had slipped into a coma.

Hanson made his major-league debut with the Braves in 2009 and played there for four years before being traded to the Angels ahead of the 2013 season. He hadn’t pitched in the big leagues since that season, spending the last two years in the minor leagues, most recently in the San Francisco Giants’ system.

MLB.com reports that a few of Hanson’s former teammates were at the hospital with him when he died. Tributes to Hanson, who was known as a great teammate and a fan favorite, poured in on social media.

RIP, Tommy pic.twitter.com/SXUq1NNTyQ

— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) November 10, 2015

The Braves are deeply saddened by the loss of Tommy Hanson. Statement from Braves President John Schuerholz: pic.twitter.com/WenVe9iwnV

— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) November 10, 2015

Our thoughts are with the friends and family of Tommy Hanson, as well as our @Braves family today. #RIP

— Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) November 10, 2015

#Braves Freeman on Tommy Hanson: “I’m at a loss for words. He was a great teammate & an even better friend.Can’t fully grasp that he’s gone”

— David O’Brien (@DOBrienAJC) November 10, 2015

Very sad to hear about Tommy Hanson. Wish his family and close friends a lot of strength. He was a really nice dude. :/

— Andrelton Simmons (@Andrelton) November 10, 2015

Thoughts and prayers to the family of Tommy Hanson. Great guy and competitor. RIP

— Josh Reddick (@RealJoshReddick) November 10, 2015

Incredibly saddened to hear the news about Tommy Hanson. Thoughts go out to his family and friends

— Daniel Hudson (@DHuddy41) November 10, 2015

Wow. So sad waking up and seeing the news about Tommy Hanson. RIP. Prayers for his family.

— AG (@AramisGarcia44) November 10, 2015

RIP, Tommy Hanson. Left us way too young.

— Alanna Rizzo (@alannarizzo) November 10, 2015

Will always remember the 2013 season finale in Arlington, seeing Tommy Hanson walk around the club house offering hugs to everyone he saw.

— Alden Gonzalez (@Alden_Gonzalez) November 10, 2015

Tommy, rest in peace. My thoughts and my prayers are with you !

— Julio Teheran (@Julio_Teheran) November 10, 2015

Sad day in @Braves country today. Prayers out to Tommy Hanson’s family and friends. RIP Tommy.

— Dale Murphy (@DaleMurphy3) November 10, 2015

Tommy Hanson was a great person, it hurts my heart to see him go so soon. My prayers and thoughts are with the Hanson family.

— Craig Kimbrel (@kimbrel46) November 10, 2015

Sad sad news waking up to the news of Tommy Hanson… Thoughts and prayers to his loved ones. Enjoy each day… Life is way too short.

— Will Middlebrooks (@middlebrooks) November 10, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with Tommy Hanson’s family and friends. Such sad news that leaves us with heavy hearts. #RIPTH

— Jarrod Parker (@JarrodBParker) November 10, 2015

Can’t believe this happened..Another one gone to young! My condolences to the Hanson family..Thoughts and Prayers are with you #MLBfamily

— Bryce Harper (@Bharper3407) November 10, 2015

Prayers go up to a great person and friend in Tommy Hanson. The world great person. Condolences to his family. #RIPBrother

— Dexter Fowler (@DexterFowler) November 10, 2015

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