Major League Baseball remembers Jimmie Lee Solomon

Commissioner of Baseball Robert D. Manfred, Jr. issued the following statement today regarding the passing of former Major League Baseball official Jimmie Lee Solomon at the age of 64:

“I am surprised and saddened by the news of the passing of our former colleague Jimmie Lee Solomon, who served Major League Baseball in various roles, including as both Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations and Executive Vice President of Baseball Development. Jimmie Lee was passionate about providing opportunities to young athletes and advancing baseball in our communities. Our network of Youth Academies across the country is in large part a credit to his hard work and dedication. All of us at MLB send our condolences to Jimmie Lee’s family and friends, and appreciate his impact on our great game.”

Solomon joined MLB in 1991 and served in a variety of operational capacities. In addition to management of MLB’s Youth Academies, he played a significant role in Minor League Operations, the Civil Rights Game and many initiatives and special events aimed at baseball development. Solomon served as Executive Vice President, Baseball Operations from June 2005 until being named the head of Baseball Development in June 2010.