India, Oct. 10 -- Mike Greenwell, former Boston Red Sox outfielder, two-time All-Star, and member of the team's Hall of Fame, has died at 62 after battling a rare form of thyroid cancer.

The Lee County Government confirmed his death in a Facebook statement, calling Greenwell "a strong advocate for the people and businesses of Lee County" and praising his commitment to finding "meaningful solutions to the challenges his community faced."

"It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Commissioner Mike Greenwell, a lifelong Lee County resident. He was a strong advocate for the people and businesses of Lee County and will be remembered for seeking meaningful solutions to the challenges his community faced."

According to Boston's...