Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner and his wife Jessica, has tragically passed away while on a family vacation, The Associated Press reports.
The Gardners confirmed that Miller died in his sleep early Friday morning in a statement released by the Yankees on Sunday. The cause of death is currently unknown.
“Miller was a beloved son and brother and we cannot yet comprehend our life without his infectious smile,” Jessica and Brett Gardner shared in their statement. “He loved football, baseball, golf, hunting, fishing, his family and his friends. He lived life to the fullest every single day.”
The New York Yankees organization expressed its profound sorrow at the news.
“Words feel insignificant and insufficient in trying to describe such an unimaginable loss,” the team said in a statement. “It wasn’t just Brett who literally grew up in this organization for more than 17 years — so did his wife, Jessica, and their two boys, Hunter and Miller.”
Brett Gardner, 41, was drafted by the Yankees in 2005 and dedicated his entire Major League Baseball career to the team. The speedy outfielder played 14 seasons from 2008 to 2021, achieving a .256 batting average with 139 home runs, 578 RBIs, 274 stolen bases, and 73 triples.
The Yankees community and fans alike are offering their condolences and support to the Gardner family during this difficult time.
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