Legendary Pitcher Randy Jones Passes Away

Randy Jones, the legendary left-handed pitcher who won the Cy Young Award with the San Diego Padres in nineteen seventy-six, has passed away at the age of seventy-five. Jones, known as the Junkman for his unique pitching style, holds several Padres franchise records and was a true cornerstone of the teams early history. He was particularly dominant in nineteen seventy-five and nineteen seventy-six, earning two All-Star selections and securing the Cy Young Award in nineteen seventy-six. After his playing career, Jones remained a beloved figure and ambassador for the Padres, with his number thirty-five retired and his induction into their Hall of Fame. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.