HOUSTON – Jimy Williams, a former Astros manager, has died at the age of 80, the baseball team announced Monday.
Williams went 910-790 in 12 seasons managing the Toronto Blue Jays (1986-89), Red Sox (1997-2001) and Houston Astros (2002-04).
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According to the Boston Red Sox, he died in Florida after suffering from an illness.
Williams is survived by his wife Peggy, four children and eight grandchildren.
We are saddened to hear of the passing of former Astros Manager Jimy Williams. Jimy spent three (2002-2004) of his 12 MLB seasons as the Astros Manager. We send our heartfelt condolences to Jimy’s family and friends. pic.twitter.com/ihP51rXuKu
— Houston Astros (@astros) January 29, 2024