Wife of D-backs pitcher found dead in Phoenix area

Police were called to the Fountain Hills Arizona home of MLB pitcher Scott Schoeneweis by his 13 year old daughter today. Deputies of The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office says found the body of Schoeneweis’ wife 39-year-old Gabrielle Dawn Schoeneweis upon their arrival.

Gabrielle Dawn Schoeneweis was found in the master bedroom suite of the couple’s home. The cause of death is yet to be determined.

Journeyman pitcher Scott Schoeneweis is a cancer survivor and father of four. He has played for Anaheim Angels, Chicago White Sox, Toronto Blue Jays, Cincinnati Reds, New York Mets and most recently Arizona Diamondbacks.