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Cause Of Death For Longtime ESPN Star Howie Schwab - The Spun

 

The world of sports media was dealt a devastating blow and has been plunged into mourning following the shocking death of longtime ESPN producer and statistician Howie Schwab.

Schwab, who starred in the network’s ‘Stump the Schwab’ show, passed away on Saturday at the age of 63. His cause of death was not disclosed.

SportsCenter broadcasted a tribute to Schwab on Saturday morning, while ESPN college basketball analyst Dick Vitale shared the shocking news on social media.

OMG -just rec’d word that my buddy for several decades who helped me so much in my career Howie Schwab passed this morning,” Vitale tweeted. “Just received the news from his loving wife Suzie. May he RIP!” legendary.

So sad to learn of the passing of my loyal dedicated buddy ⁦Howie Schwab – he was recently at my home,” he shared later on. “Had various health issues but was feeling good when he visited.

Vitale and several others posted their thoughts online. You can check some of them out below: