Former Phillies pitcher Larry Christenson dies while fishing
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 3:44 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Larry Christenson, a former pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, has died at the age of 72 while on a fishing trip in Washington. His passing was reported by MLB insider Bob Nightengale. Christenson was drafted as the third overall pick by the Phillies in 1972 and later contributed to the team's 1980 World Series championship. Over his career, he made 220 starts for the Phillies, recording a 3.79 ERA and tying the franchise record for home runs hit by a pitcher. His career was affected by injuries after 1978, but he remained a notable figure in Phillies history.
- •Larry Christenson passed away while fishing with family and friends.
- •He was a first-round pick in the 1972 MLB Draft.
- •Christenson was part of the 1980 World Series-winning Phillies team.
- •He made 220 career starts with a 3.79 ERA.
- •He holds a tie for most home runs by a pitcher in Phillies history.
- 3:44 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies World Series Champion Larry Christenson Dies at 72 During Family Fishing Trip
- 12:57 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies 1980 World Series Champion Reportedly Dies On Fishing Trip
- 10:46 PMNbcsportsphiladelphia.com — Phillies World Series Champion Larry Christenson dies at 72 - NBC Sports Philadelphia
"“The club and its fans are forever grateful for his contributions and the legacy he leaves behind in Philadelphia,” the Phillies wrote on social media
"Larry Christenson, a longtime Phillies pitcher and member of the 1980 World Series championship team, died unexpectedly Friday at age 72.
"Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Larry Christenson has reportedly died at 72
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 3:44 PMPhillies World Series Champion Larry Christenson Dies at 72 During Family Fishing Trip
“The club and its fans are forever grateful for his contributions and the legacy he leaves behind in Philadelphia,” the Phillies wrote on social media
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 12:57 AMPhillies 1980 World Series Champion Reportedly Dies On Fishing Trip
Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Larry Christenson has reportedly died at 72
- Nbcsportsphiladelphia.comAug 28, 2026, 10:46 PMPhillies World Series Champion Larry Christenson dies at 72 - NBC Sports Philadelphia
Larry Christenson, a longtime Phillies pitcher and member of the 1980 World Series championship team, died unexpectedly Friday at age 72.
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