Former MLB commissioner Fay Vincent passes away

Tony Crumpton · Senior Editor · Sunday, February 02 2025

Former MLB commissioner Fay Vincent, who served Major League Baseball in that capacity from 1989-1992, passed away at 86.

Current MLB commish Rob Manfred Jr. released the following statement:

“Fay Vincent played a vital role in ensuring that the 1989 Bay Area World Series resumed responsibly following the earthquake prior to Game Three, and he oversaw the process that resulted in the 1993 National League expansion to Denver and Miami. Mr. Vincent served the game during a time of many challenges, and he remained proud of his association with our National Pastime throughout his life. On behalf of Major League Baseball, I extend my deepest condolences to Fay’s family and friends.”