Jeff Bittiger, a former MLB pitcher, has died unexpectedly at the age of 63. He played in the major leagues from 1986 to 1989 for the Philadelphia Phillies, Minnesota Twins, and Chicago White Sox. Bittiger also excelled in the Independent American Association and was inducted into its Hall of Fame. He spent the last 22 years as a scout for the Oakland Athletics. His passing was confirmed by the A's, who noted he was battling cancer privately. Many commend his significant contributions to baseball and his character as a person.
"Jeff spent his whole life around the game: playing, coaching, and scouting. He was as good a person as he was a scout, and he was a hell of a scout."
"He knew pitchers inside and out and you could tell how much he loved baseball just by being around him."
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