Red Sox Legend Dwight Evans' Son Passes Away Due to Genetic Disorder

Sad news has been reported out of Boston as Timothy Evans, the son of Red Sox legend Dwight Evans, has passed away at the age of 47.

This comes after a lifelong battle with a rare condition known as neurofibromatosis. The same disease claimed the life of their son Justin in 2019 as well.

Only 10 months after his brother died of the same disease. Heartbreaking times for Dwight and Susan. https://t.co/Jj6wKEAChR
— Pete Abraham (@PeteAbe) February 24, 2020

This is tragic news for the Evans family. Dwight and his wife Susan have spent decades raising awareness for the rare genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow in the nervous system.

Timothy Evans, son of former Red Sox outfielder Dwight Evans, died Saturday at 47. Diagnosed young with neurofibromatosis, he and his family helped raise awareness about the genetic disorder and funds to find a cure. https://t.co/8VPvWgUyyw
— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) February 24, 2020

Evans rose to fame during his long career in Boston that began in 1972 and lasted until 1990. He went to three All-Star Games, won two Silver Slugger awards and took home eight Gold Gloves in the outfield.

His legacy has expanded to raising awareness and money to combat the illness that has taken two sons from him. This is a sad day for Evans and his entire family. Red Sox nation is understandably hurting right now as well.