It wasn't that long ago, a couple of years maybe, that he was back at Citizens Bank Park looking fit, talking about his family, loving life after baseball. Rhal was one of the most vibrant people Ive had the pleasure of knowing, friend and former teammate Jim Thome said. He squeezed everything he could from his life. Cormier became a free agent after the season and signed with Cleveland, but he was able to do was make 3 rehab starts for AA Akron, allowing 7 runs in 9-2/3 innings. He was right. You will receive email notifications when changes are made to the online memorial, including when family and friends post to the Guestbook. He earned respect there. Rhal Cormier 1997 Game by Game Pitching Logs. PHILADELPHIA (CBS/AP) -- Former Phillies pitcher Rheal Cormier has passed away following a battle with cancer. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Canadian pitcher Rheal Cormier, who spent 16 years in the major leagues, died Monday after a battle with cancer. As with too many very good husbands, fathers and friends, the end of Rhal's life came far too soon with some adventures still unexplored. He and his wife had applied for U.S. citizenship years earlier and he felt like the long process was close to a resolution and didn't want to miss the phone call. Baseball Reference has him worth 9.5 Wins Above Replacement. The native of Moncton, N.B., was 53. He allowed 7 hits and a run in 6 innings to pick up the 4-1 win over New York. He pitched his only shutout in 1996 for the Expos, a three-hitter against St. Louis. The Phillies said Cormier was active with Phillies Charities Inc. during his six years with the club and was involved with teenage anti-drug and suicide prevention programs in Canada. 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He later said that if he wanted to see what kind of pitcher he really was, it would have to be in the United States. He was part of the 2006 World Baseball Classic and the 2008 Canadian Olympic team in Beijing. One of the things he did with his money was to build a house for his parents, so his mother could retire from bagging lobsters. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.". The Cardinals, having been in playoff contention without actually reaching the postseason, shook up the roster, trading Cormier and outfielder Mark Whiten to the Boston Red Sox for pitcher Cory Baily and infielder Scott Cooper. Read top and most recent tweets from his Twitter account here (Jesse D. Garrabrant . The Philadelphia Phillies, one of Cormier's former teams, confirmthat Cormier had been diagnosed with cancer. Even after winning a few ballgames, Cormier had a 3-10 record as of August 14. He went 7-10 for the Montreal Expos in 1996 while posting a 4.17 ERA. He had 3 IP, a 9.00 ERA, and 1 strikeout in his time with Cincinnati that season. Words of comfort and online condolences may be forwarded through our website at: www.frenettefuneralhome.com His name is written inside Fenway Park's Green Monster, where he pitched as both friend and foe, above the inscription La vie est belle. March 8th, 2021. The Cardinals selected Cormier in the sixth round of the 1988 Draft. Cormier is survived by his wife Lucienne, son Justin and . The JUGS gun has timed his fastball at 88 mph, Moncton player-coach Bill Lee (yes, that Bill Lee) said of the 19-year-old lefty. Cormier represented Canada internationally on a number of occasions, including at the 2006 World Baseball Classic and a pair of Olympic Games - in Seoul in 1988 and in Beijing in 2008, where - at 41 - Cormier was the oldest player in the tournament. The native of Moncton, N.B. The control was once again excellent, as he had just 41 walks against 100 strikeouts. Limit of 75 people in the funeral centre at any given point during visitation. I thought, coming from where I came from, I didnt have a real chance in anything else.. He appeared in 363 games for the Phillies. On April 9, 1995, St. Louis traded Cormier and Mark Whiten to the Boston Red Sox for Cory Bailey and Scott Cooper. . To follow Rhal's story, enter your email. ), First published on March 8, 2021 / 7:10 PM. RIP to Rheal Cormier, a lefty pitcher in the majors for 16 years and a member of multiple Canadian national teams as well. I've lived here a long time. He pitched for St. Louis through 1994 and was traded to Boston for the 1995 season. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rhal Paul Cormier, 53, of Cap-Pel, on Monday, March 8, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving wife, Lucienne, and their closest friends. Rheal Cormier's baseball career saw him pitch 16 seasons in the majors and represent Canada in the Olympics twice. At 41, he was the oldest baseball player at the Olympics. Our time spent together in Philadelphia as teammates was unforgettable. I cherish every moment we had.. Born on April 23, 1967, the Athlete Rhal Cormier was arguably the worlds most influential social media star. Im totally content with how my careers gone, but if theres an opportunity to catch on with a team, Id take it.. Rheal Paul Cormier was born in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada, on April 23, 1967, and grew up in the small town of Cap-Pele, N.B. The 1994 season was even more frustrating, as he managed just 7 starts with the Cardinals in the strike-shortened season. He got into 21 more games with the Reds and wasnt as effective, with a 4.50 ERA. If you enjoy reading this website and wish to support RIP Baseball, please visit our Support page. Cormier helped to stabilize what had been a pretty terrible Phillies bullpen. It was 1975. Also find out how he got rich at the age of 54. But on the eve of his 29th birthday, he threw a complete game shutout against the St. Louis Cardinals. After being on the disabled list with a sore shoulder, Cormier was activated in mid-May and threw a strong 5 innings against Montreal to pick up a win. Canadian pitcher Rheal Cormier, who spent 16 years in the major leagues, died Monday after a battle with cancer. Send Flowers: When Is the Ordering Deadline? He pitched 84innings and gave up just 16 earned runs five of them coming in his first appearance of the season. He pitched for the Cardinals (1991-94), Red Sox (1995, 1999-2000), Expos (1996-97), Phillies (2001-06) and Reds (2006-07). The Canadian Baseball Hall of Famer died Monday following a "courageous battle with cancer," the Philadelphia Phillies announced. He also struck out 67 batters. Canadian Baseball Network editor-in-chief Bob Elliott and CBN writer Danny Gallagher spoke with several of Rheal Cormier's teammates to get their memories about the longtime big league lefty and Cap Pele, N.B., native who passed away on March 8 at the age of 53. . In a remarkable string, he did not allow an earned from from March 23 to June 2, before getting battered by San Jacinto CC in the tournament. [4] Cormier attended Polyvalente Louis-J.-Robichaud in his hometown. "Frenchy was the kind of guy who would do anything for you and I'm lucky to have called him my friend for many years. Many baseball fans remember Rhal Cormier for his 16 years as a pitcher in Major League Baseball. He was someone who came in unheralded from the bullpen to ever-so-briefly hold the fate of the game in his hands and depart, hopefully before anyone noticed he was out there. He is survived by his wife Lucienne; one son, Justin of South Korea; one daughter, Morgan Blye of Chicago, Illinois; one sister, Linda Cormier Vautour (Herve); three brothers: Reginald Cormier (Brigitte), Donald Cormier (Annette) and Ola Cormier, as well as many nieces and nephew from coast to coast. Then Cormier stepped into the box. The record of 7-10 wasnt great, but his ERA was 4.17 and his ERA+ was 103 meaning he was slightly above average as a starter. He was a spokesman for teenage anti-suicide and anti-drug campaigns. Our immediate thoughts are with Rhals family and loved ones during this difficult time. The team failed to make the playoffs, however, finishing the season 8 games back in the wildcard race. Order by noon, TUES-SAT One of my all time favorite teammates. He once told a story about going to one of his childrens Little League practices. He started the 2007 season by picking up 3 holds in his first 5 games, facing a batter or two per game. . When things started clicking this year, I started to get confidence and pitching is all confidence.. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Dave Chidley. Cormier played in the Olympics for his home country of Canada in 1988 and again in 2008, where he was the oldest player in the Beijing competition at age 41. PHILADELPHIA (CBS/AP) -- Former Phillies pitcher Rheal Cormier has passed away following a battle with cancer. Cormier made other prominent appearances on the mound, too. Before playing professional ball Rhal was a lumberjack. He represented Canada numerous times and earned induction into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2012. The Phillies said Cormier became a U.S. citizen on Sept. 22, 2004, during a Philadelphia-Marlins series in Miami. Cormier is survived by his wife Lucienne (nee LeBlanc), son Justin and daughter . Rheal was always grateful for the blessings that professional baseball gave him. That game, which came five days before his 40th birthday, was his last in the majors. The children four boys as well as a daughter played baseball because hockey equipment was too expensive. Getty. See Photos. News of Rheal Cormier's death at the age of 53 after a quiet battle with cancer was shocking and sad. A lefty specialist in his later years, he finished with six games for Cincinnati in 2007, making his last appearance in the majors five days before his 40th birthday. Share this article in your social network Share this Story: Ex-Phillies, Cards pitcher Rheal Cormier dies of cancer Special thanks to Simone Collette, Annette and Don Cormier, Kim and Bobby Cormier, Fred and Denise Arseneau, Pierre LeBlanc, Dr. MJ Breau, Dr. Dhany Charest and Sylvie Charest Godin, Janie and Joanne from extra-mural nurses and all friends and family who supported Rhal's battle. He and his wife had applied for U.S. citizenship years earlier and he felt like the long process was close to a resolution and didn't want to miss the phone call. Rheal Cormier's baseball career saw him pitch 16 seasons in the majors and represent Canada in the Olympics twice. He is survived by his wife, Lucienne, son Justin and . The Reds, leading the National League wildcard race at the time of the trade, sought bullpen help through the trade. Nevertheless, the way he loved and lived should inspire us all to do our best, be our best, and to live our best life. He loved baseball, but he always put his family first. We've received your submission. On July 31, 2006, Cormier was traded from the Philadelphia Phillies to the Cincinnati Reds for pitching prospect Justin Germano. The Red Sox would have used him in the starting rotation more, but that would have put a big hole in the bullpen. I believe I rode in a station wagon. At age 41, Cormier was the oldest baseball player in the competition. Cormiers season spiraled downward from there. He died on March 8, about a year after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Rhal is gaining More popularity of his Profession on Twitter these days. His best season came in 2003 as a member of the Philadelphia Phillies at the age of 36. I dont feel bad about the area I lived in, he told the Globe in 2000. The Red Sox won 94 games and finished second in the AL East, but they won the AL Wild Card and beat Cleveland in the ALDS. Whenever the subject of just how mercurial relief pitchers can be you know, up one season, down the next comes up, I think of Cormier, the gutsy lefty who pitched 16 seasons in the majors, including six for the Phillies. [20] The Canadian team did not win a medal during this competition, ending with a 12 record. 2021 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Rheal Cormier was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 6th round of the 1988 MLB June Amateur Draft from Community College of Rhode Island (Warwick, RI). It will go largely unnoticed and unconsidered. Rhal Paul Cormier (French pronunciation: [eal pol kmje]; April 23, 1967 - March 8, 2021) was a Canadian-American professional baseball left-handed pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB), for the St. Louis Cardinals, Boston Red Sox (twice), Montreal Expos, Philadelphia Phillies, and Cincinnati Reds for 16 seasons, between 1991 through 2007. In 2012 he was inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame. On this particular trip, he was delivering a load of lobster to Boston and decided to take his sons along and take in a ballgame. But he was able to write it, both physically and metaphorically, next to the greats. The funeral mass will be videotaped and posted by the end of the day Friday, March 12, 2021 on his obituary at www.frenettefuneralhome.com Tribute to Rheal Cormier, the Canadian baseball player who has died aged 53.Feel free to leave your personal tributes below.Music: "Gentle Melody (Rest In Pe. Cormier and his wife applied for and received their U.S. citizenship in 2004 both their children were born in the United States. And he stayed there. Prior to the 2006 season, Cormier played for the Canada national baseball team in the World Baseball Classic. He was thoughtful and professional and steady. One of my all time favorite teammates," Plesac wrote. Our time spent together in Philadelphia as teammates was unforgettable. The Phillies announced Monday that Cormier died following a long battle with cancer. He was subsequently drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the sixth round of the 1988 Major League Baseball draft. The four of us became close friends, Lucienne and Rheal, my wife Heidi and . He had a 4.07 earned run average (ERA) in 1995. Cormier owned a neat nook in Phillies history: He was the winning pitcher in the final game that Philadelphia won at Veterans Stadium in 2003, and also was the winner in the first game the Phils won after moving into Citizens Bank Park in 2004. [23], In January 2020, Cormier was diagnosed with a tumour in his lungs. That was the final season in the majors for another Philadelphia lefty, longtime reliever Dan Plesac. Cormier got the start and outdueled Team USA starter Jim Abbott. Rheal Cormier threw his last pitch in a Phillies uniform 15 years ago, yet I find myself thinking about him often. Popularly known as the Athlete of Canada. Cormier owned a neat nook in Phillies history: He was the winning pitcher in the final game that Philadelphia won at Veterans Stadium in 2003, and also was the winner in the first game the Phils won after moving into Citizens Bank Park in 2004. In September 2004, Rheal Cormier became a U.S. citizen. Cormier debuted with the Cardinals in 1991 and was a starter early in his career. In January 2020, Cormier was diagnosed with a tumour in his lungs. RIP Frenchy., Cormier was inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in 2012. Team Canada fell out of contention in Seoul early with losses to South Korea and Australia, but the team did beat the United States 8-7. Rheal Paul Cormier was born on April 23, 1967 in Moncton, a port city in New Brunswick, Canada. While their record matched Team USA and Team Mexico, they were eliminated in the tie breaker because they allowed the most runs. Scroll Down and find everything about him. [2], Cormier made his major league debut on August 15, 1991. Good news came in the summer of 2020. Hall of Famer Jim Thome was teammates with Cormier in Philadelphia. He also had the last Phillies win at the old Veterans Stadium in 2003. Then in 2008, at age 41 and a year after his final game in the majors, he again threw for Canada in the 2008 Beijing Games he tuned up for the event by tossing in a mens senior league. He missed time in AAA Louisville with a sore left shoulder, and he wasnt very effective when he pitched. Canadian pitcher Rheal Cormier, who spent 16 years in the major leagues, died Monday after a battle with cancer. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.". Once the season got underway, Cormier made his start in Colorado on April 5. How many strikeouts did Rheal Cormier have? In the next six seasons with the Phillies (his longest tenure with any major league team), Cormier had his most successful years. During peak periods such as Valentines Day, Memorial Day and most holidays, florists are not always able to keep up to demand. I just want to make it legal.". Cormier debuted with the Cardinals in 1991 and was a starter early in his career. Tweets by Rhal. He died on Monday at the age of 53 after a battle with . His parents were Ronald and Jeanette Cormier; they were of Acadian descent. He was 53. His first win of the season was the only shutout of his career, as he blanked the Cardinals on 3 hits on April 22 while striking out 9 in an 8-0 win. The . I sort of consider myself a U.S. citizen without the paper. View all posts by Sam Gazdziak, Your email address will not be published. He walked and struck out 13 batters each and had a WHIP of 1.176. The Canadian Baseball Hall of Famer died Monday following a "courageous battle with cancer," the . Cormier appeared in two of the games (Mexico and South Africa), pitching 13 innings, giving up 1 hit, and allowing no earned runs. Cormier became a United States citizen on September 22, 2004. Lucienne and Rhal traveled the world together, making certain their children, Justin and Morgan, experienced the world first-hand. Famously known by the Family name Rhal Paul Cormier, was a great Athlete. The native of Moncton, N.B. He was 53. Cormiers first start of 1992 was in Montreal, on April 13. It was 1975. Baseball Almanac. He threw out the first pitch at Philadelphias Citizens Bank Park in 2014, commemorating the 10th anniversary of his first appearance as a Phillie. He had a 71-64 record with a 4.03 ERA, along with 760 strikeouts. Cormier's life was too short but undeniably beautiful. After playing for his country in the 1988 Seoul Olympics, Cormier returned for a second run at gold 20 years later, at the age of 41, getting his arm back in shape by dropping into a men's senior league. Being a relief pitcher takes a totally different approach, and I have a lot to learn, he told The Boston Globe. I've lived here a long time. "I'm living the American dream and feel like I can give back, help the community and be a part of this country," he said shortly before the ceremony. They drove until they reached Maine and saw a ramp marked Tewksbury Exit. I told myself, This has got to be it,. Sure enough we found a room. Cormier is survived by his wife, Lucienne, son, Justin, and daughter, Morgan. For more information: Philadelphia PhilliesCanadian Baseball Hall of Fame, Follow me on Twitter: @rip_mlbFollow me on Instagram: @rip_mlbFollow me on Facebook: ripbaseballSupport RIP Baseball, I am a professional journalist with a deep and abiding love of baseball and music. I'm proud of America. Cormier went 8-0 with a 1.70 ERA in 65 games for the Phillies in 2003. The Canadian pitcher, who [] All About Yainee Alonso, David Ortiz Lists Miami Mansion for $12.5 Million, Tim McGraw Wears Jersey of His Late Father a Former Phillies Pitcher to the World Series, Phillies Minor League Pitcher Dead at 20 After Cancer Diagnosis: 'He Was Incredibly Passionate', All About Tiger Woods' Parents, Kultida Woods and Earl Woods, Who Is Bryce Harper's Wife? 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