Former Yankees pitcher and World Series champion Don Cooper dies at 70
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 8:18 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Don Cooper, former Yankees pitcher and long-time White Sox pitching coach, has died at the age of 70. The New York Yankees announced his passing, marking the loss of a player who had a brief playing career but a significant coaching legacy. Cooper was drafted by the Yankees and played in the majors from 1981 to 1985. After his playing days, he became a pivotal figure as the White Sox pitching coach, contributing to the team’s 2005 World Series championship. The White Sox expressed their condolences to Cooper's family and fans.
- •Don Cooper drafted by Yankees, played from 1981-1985.
- •Served as White Sox pitching coach for nearly 20 years.
- •Helped White Sox win the 2005 World Series.
- •Developed pitchers like Mark Buehrle and Lucas Giolito.
- •The White Sox organization paid tribute to Cooper's legacy.
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — Former Yankees Pitcher, World Series Champion, Dies At 70
"The New York Yankees received news that a former New York native, draft pick and team pitcher has died after a long and successful career in baseball.
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