Michael Weiner’s passing at age 51 on Thursday produced an outpouring of love and respect from the players he represented as the leader of the Major League Baseball Players Association. Hundreds of people from around the game took to Twitter to remember a man who fought hard for the rights of players and helped bring the game lasting labor peace.
MLB players react to Michael Weiner
Following MLBPA Executive Director Michael Weiner’s passing, players took to Twitter to remember one the union leader.
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Thoughts and prayers go out to Micheal Weiner and his family. He was one of the most intelligent men I've ever known. #RIP #trueleader
— Torii Hunter (@toriihunter48) November 22, 2013 Never met anyone like Michael Weiner. What a special guy. Rest well friend.
— Rocco Baldelli (@roccodbaldelli) November 22, 2013 I want to take a moment to acknowledge Michael Weiner. I had the pleasure of knowing him. He was a great man.My prayers are with his family.
— Nick Swisher (@NickSwisher) November 22, 2013 Condolences to the Weiner family. My short time spent with Michael was impactful and his passion for players will be greatly missed.
— Matt Harvey (@MattHarvey33) November 22, 2013 Sending prayers to Michael Weiner's family tonight. Words can't describe the kind of man he was. I will miss you, my friend.
— Albert Pujols (@PujolsFive) November 22, 2013 Saddened to hear about the passing of Michael Weiner. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family!! #RIP
— Mike Trout (@Trouty20) November 22, 2013 Sad day for the baseball world. We lost not only a great man, but a great leader. R.I.P. Michael Weiner
— Justin Upton (@JUP_8TL) November 22, 2013 Michael Weiner worked even thru his sickness. He didn't look at it as an excuse to quit. He never gave up on us even when at his worst...
— andrew mccutchen (@TheCUTCH22) November 22, 2013 ... you truly will be missed. Prayers go out to his friends and family. An amazing person to us all
— andrew mccutchen (@TheCUTCH22) November 22, 2013 My thoughts a prayers go out to Michael Weiner and his family. He was a great man who fought so hard for all players… even the little guys
— Brandon Snyder (@BrandonSnyder29) November 22, 2013 R.I.P. Michael Weiner. A great leader n friend. Really a sad day for baseball. A special man that did so much for so many.
— Sean Casey (@TheMayorsOffice) November 22, 2013 Huge loss in our Baseball community today. Michael Weiner, a GREAT man & Teacher!Your knowledge & passion will carry on for Generations.#RIP
— Giancarlo Stanton (@Giancarlo818) November 22, 2013 RIP Michael Weiner. Brilliant mind and an amazing man!! Definitely gone too soon but will always be remembered
— marlon byrd (@mjbsr6) November 22, 2013 RIP to Michael Weiner. Deserves a prayer for his soul and family, from every MLB ballplayer and person whose life he touched @SportsCenter
— Jemile Weeks (@RealJemileWeeks) November 22, 2013 RIP MLBPA Head Michael Weiner! A class act who loved the game by making it better for everyone. He will be missed!!
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