Septic shock is a life-threatening condition that occurs when organs malfunction, leading to dangerously low blood pressure.

Legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela died of septic shock, according to his death certificate.  Valenzuela passed away last month at 63, an

Fernando Valenzuela, the beloved Los Angeles Dodgers pitching ace who helped the team win the 1981 World Series, died of septic shock last month, according to his death certificate.