Former MLB manager Jimy Williams died last Friday at age 80, according to baseball writer Peter Gammons.
Williams managed 12 years in the league across spells with the Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox and Houston Astros. All three franchises honored him on X, formerly known as Twitter:
Toronto Blue Jays @BlueJaysWe are saddened to learn of the passing of former Blue Jays Manager Jimy Williams. His impact on our organization will forever be remembered. u2070u2070Our hearts go out to Jimy's family and friends during this difficult time ud83dudc99 <a href="https://t.co/7jQovwPqhm">pic.twitter.com/7jQovwPqhm</a>
Red SoxAs the Red Sox manager from 1997-2001, Jimy Williams was a true staple and leader of the Red Sox.