No cause of death has been reported.
He was tragically one of the last people to see former Pittsburgh Pirates legend Roberto Clemente alive. Walker helped the star outfielder load a plane with supplies for Nicaragua, and reportedly offered to fly alongside Clemente to deliver the goods.The right-hander was a native of Tampa, Florida, and pitched in six seasons in the Major Leagues with the Montreal Expos, Detroit Tigers, St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Angels.
Perhaps his most remarkable game came in the minor league as a member of the Albuquerque Dodgers when he reportedly threw 193 pitches in a 1-0 no-hitter. Walker made his big-league debut with the Expos in 1972 and wrapped it up in 1977 with the Angels. He“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Tom Walker today,” the team wrote. “A long-time resident of Pittsburg, Tom was a part of our local alumni group and was always looking to make an impact on others in the community.
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