Mike Greenwell, a beloved outfielder for the Boston Red Sox known for his clutch hitting and dedication to the team, has died at age 62. The news was confirmed by the Red Sox organization on October 10,2025.
Greenwell’s passing marks the loss of a key figure from a memorable era of Red Sox baseball and impacts a generation of fans who admired his consistent performance and commitment to New England. His career exemplified a blend of power and speed, making him a fan favorite during his decade with the club. The cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.
Born in 1963, greenwell was a first-round draft pick by the Red Sox in 1981. He debuted in the major leagues in 1985, quickly establishing himself as a reliable presence in the Boston lineup. Over 1,269 regular season games, all played with the Red Sox, he recorded 1,400 hits, including 275 doubles, 38 triples, and 130 home runs.
Greenwell consistently delivered a .303 batting average, with a .368 on-base percentage and a .463 slugging percentage. He also demonstrated extraordinary speed, stealing 80 bases throughout his career. His offensive contributions resulted in two All-Star Game selections. He scored 657 runs and drove in 726, becoming a consistent run producer for Boston.
Despite a career hampered by injuries, particularly in the 1990s, Greenwell remained a productive player when healthy, typically hitting between 10 and 15 home runs annually while maintaining a batting average near.300 and almost matching that number in stolen bases.
After his time with the Red Sox, Greenwell signed with the Hanshin Tigers of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball in 1997. Though, his stint was cut short by injury after just seven games, leading to his retirement from professional baseball.He batted 5,166 times during his MLB career and was recognized with a Gold Glove award.
