Sean Burroughs, former MLB infielder and Little League World Series star, passes away at age 43

Former MLB infielder Sean Burroughs has tragically passed away at the age of 43. The seven-year major leaguer collapsed while coaching his son’s Little League team, as reported by USA Today’s Bob Nightengale.

Burroughs, who was the first-round pick of the San Diego Padres in 1998, played for four different teams during his career – the Padres, Rays, Diamondbacks, and Twins. After struggling with drug addiction and alcoholism, he was given a comeback opportunity by the Diamondbacks in 2011.

Throughout his career, Burroughs had a batting average of .278 with a .690 OPS, 68 doubles, 12 home runs, 143 RBI, and 20 stolen bases in 528 games. His best season was in 2003 when he batted .286 with a .755 OPS, 27 doubles, seven homers, 58 RBI, and seven steals.

In addition to his MLB career, Burroughs had a successful youth sports career, winning two consecutive Little League World Series championships in 1992 and 1993 with Long Beach, California. He also pitched two consecutive no-hitters in the 1993 Little League World Series.

Burroughs also won a Gold Medal with Team USA at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia. USA Baseball executive director/CEO Paul Seiler expressed his condolences, stating, “Sean represented our country on and off the field in a first-class manner.”

Burroughs was the son of Jeff Burroughs, a former MLB player and American League MVP in 1974. His passing is a significant loss to the baseball community, and he will be remembered for his talent and contributions to the sport.