Former MLB Pitcher Scott Sauerbeck's Cause of Death Released

A former Major League Baseball pitcher's sad cause of death has been released.

According to People, the Florida Medical Examiner's Office has determined that Scott Sauerbeck's cause of death was "complications from influenza, with hypertensive heart disease listed as a contributing factor."

The report lists "Sequela of acute influenza A, including streptococcal pharyngitis" as his cause of death, People reported. His death was natural and he had no "illicit substances" in his system, People reported.

Although People reported his cause of death on May 12, 2025, Sauerbeck died in February.

"The Pirates family mourns the passing of Scott Sauerbeck," the Pittsburgh Pirates wrote on Facebook on Feb. 20.

"Scott played for the Bucs from 1999-2003 and shares the club record for most games pitched by a LHP in one season," the post read. "Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time."

According to his MLB stats page, Sauerbeck pitched for a number of teams, the Pittsburgh Pirates, Boston Red Sox, Cleveland Indians, and Oakland Athletics.

.Sauerbeck died in Bradenton, Florida, The New York Post reported.

Fans filled up the Pirates' comment thread with tributes when Sauerbeck died.

"Anytime someone passes away, it's a very sad occasion, but it's even more sad when someone goes at a young age. I know this all too well from experience. I'm very sorry to hear this and may he R.I.P.," wrote one.

"The anchor of the bullpen during my formative years as a young fan. A signed 8x10 of Scott from PirateFest 2000 still hangs in my home office to this very day," wrote another person. "Rest easily Scott."

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