Tim Wakefield, one of the masters of the knuckleball pitch who won two World Series titles with the Boston Red Sox, has died. He was 57.

it was revealed earlier in the week Wakefield was battling brain cancer.

"Our hearts are broken with the loss of Tim Wakefield," the Red Sox said on Sunday.

"Wake embodied true goodness; a devoted husband, father, and teammate, beloved broadcaster, and the ultimate community leader. He gave so much to the game and all of Red Sox Nation.

"Our deepest love and thoughts are with Stacy, Trevor, Brianna, and the Wakefield family."

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<div class="author-bio"><p>Ryan Gaydos is a senior editor for Fox News Digital.</p></div>

Boston Red Sox great Tim Wakefield, who was a master of the knuckleball pitch, has died, the team announced Sunday. Wakefield was 57.{ai:summary}<p>Tim Wakefield, a former Boston Red Sox player known for his knuckleball pitch, has passed away at the age of 57. Wakefield had been battling brain cancer. The Red Sox expressed their sorrow over the loss and praised Wakefield's contributions as a player, teammate, broadcaster, and community leader. #sports</p>

Red Sox great Tim Wakefield dead at 57

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