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Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela’s Cause Of Death Revealed


Fernando Valenzuela's cause of death has been determined after the Dodgers legend died last month at the age of 63.

The document obtained by TMZ also notes that another probable contributor to Valenzuela’s death was that he suffered from Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, a rare brain disorder. With his distinctive pitching style, the Dodger left-hander’s rookie season generated so much excitement in the U.S. and his native Mexico that it became commonly referred to as ‘Fernandomania,'” read the statement. He continued, “As a member of the Dodger broadcasting team for more than 20 years, Fernando helped to reach a new generation of fans and cultivate their love of the game.

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