Bobby Jenks, a two-time All-Star closer for the Chicago White Sox, passed away on July 4 at the age of 44 due to adenocarcinoma in Sintra, Portugal. Jenks played a key role in the team's 2005 World Series victory, saving four games during the postseason. He was an All-Star for two consecutive seasons, saving 41 games in 2006 and 40 in 2007. His legacy includes a record of 173 saves with the White Sox before finishing his career with the Boston Red Sox in 2011. He is remembered fondly by teammates and fans alike.
"Everyone remembers the moment when I called for the big fella in the World Series. Everyone has a favorite story about Bobby, so the 2005 reunion will be a great opportunity to get together with all his teammates and coaches and relive some of our greatest memories of him."
"He was embarrassing guys, good hitters, right away," former White Sox first baseman Paul Konerko said in a video tribute.
"He and his family knew cancer would be his toughest battle, and he will be missed as a husband, father, friend and teammate," White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf said.
Jenks saved 173 games for the White Sox from 2005-10 before finishing his career with 19 appearances in 2011 for the Boston Red Sox.
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