Former Twins Pitcher Chuck Niseon Dies at 83

Niseon spent most of his career in the minors but made a brief MLB debut with the Twins in 1964.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 5:24am

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Chuck Niseon, a former pitcher who spent the majority of his professional career in the Minnesota Twins minor league system, has died at the age of 83. Niseon made his MLB debut with the Twins in 1964, appearing in two games at Fenway Park in Boston before returning to the minors.

Why it matters

Niseon's story is a common one for many minor league players who never quite make it to the big leagues despite years of dedication and hard work. His passing marks the end of an era for the Twins organization and serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by aspiring professional baseball players.

The details

Niseon pitched a total of 263 games in the Twins minor league system over the course of his career, but only appeared in two MLB games with the Twins in 1964 at Fenway Park in Boston. In those two appearances, he did not record a decision.

  • Niseon made his MLB debut on September 18, 1964.
  • Niseon passed away on April 7, 2026 at the age of 83.

The players

Chuck Niseon

A former pitcher who spent the majority of his professional career in the Minnesota Twins minor league system, making his MLB debut with the Twins in 1964.

Minnesota Twins

The professional baseball team that Niseon played for throughout his minor and major league career.

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The takeaway

Niseon's story is a poignant reminder of the challenges and sacrifices faced by minor league baseball players who never quite make it to the big leagues, despite years of dedication to the sport.