The passing of Fernando Valenzuela, one of the most emblematic figures in Mexican baseball, has caused sadness in the sports world globally. Known as "El Toro," he left an indelible mark both in Major League Baseball and in the hearts of his fans.
Valenzuela, who revolutionized baseball in the 80s with his legendary "Fernandomania," received emotional farewell messages from colleagues and fans. David Faitelson, a renowned sports journalist, expressed his sorrow over this loss, highlighting Fernando's importance in the history of the sport.
Another prominent commentator, Antonio de Valdés, also showed his emotion, recalling the brilliant moments and historic victories of the iconic pitcher. "Dear Fernando, rest in peace... So many unforgettable moments and historic victories... Your departure hurts, but you will always be in the history of Mexican baseball and in our hearts," stated De Valdés.
The news of Valenzuela's passing comes just days before the start of the World Series, an event in which the Los Angeles Dodgers, the team where Fernando became a legend, will face the New York Yankees. Baseball teams, such as the Dodgers, issued statements lamenting the loss of one of the great pitchers in the history of Mexican sports.
The Mexican League of Baseball (LMB) and the Mexican Pacific League (LMP) joined in mourning, along with soccer teams such as LA Galaxy and the Mexican Football Federation. Fernando Valenzuela's legacy will endure in the memory of his fans and in the history of world baseball, remembering a man who was not only an outstanding athlete but also an iconic figure in popular culture in Mexico.
