Mike Ivie, former MLB No. 1 overall draft pick, dies at 70

Former Major League Baseball No. 1 overall draft pick Mike Ivey passed away on Friday.

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Mike Ivey passed away peacefully at his home after battling health issues.

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Mike Ivy passed away at the age of 70.

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Mike Ivey was selected by the San Diego Padres in 1970 at the age of 17.

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Mike Ivy made his Major League debut a year later with San Diego.

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Mike Ivy played six games until 1974 before being demoted to the minors.

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The Padres paid tribute to Mike Ivey on Monday via a social media post.

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The Twitter post said, "We are mourning the passing of former Padre Mike Ivey, who passed away last week at the age of 70."

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