Yankees Legend Brett Gardner Reveals How His 14-Year-Old Son Tragically Died On Family Trip
It was a sad, sad day in New York.
Brett Gardner, the former star of the New York Yankees, has tragically announced the unexpected death of his 14-year-old son, Miller.
Gardner, along with his wife Jessica, announced this heartbreaking news through the Yankees’ social media channels. Gardners detailed that Miller passed away after suddenly becoming ill while on a family vacation with several relatives.
“With heavy hearts we are saddened to announce the passing of our youngest son, Miller. He was 14 years old and has left us far too soon after falling ill along with several other family members while on vacation. We have so many questions and so few answers at this point, but we do know that he passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Friday, March 21st..” the statement read.
Brett Gardner’s Former Teammate Sends Prayer To His Family After Young Son’s Tragic Passing
While the former Yankees outfielder is going through a tough time, the MLB community has stepped forward to show the much needed support.
The Yankees long time coach Carlos Mendoza expressed deep sorrow after the Mets’ spring training win over the Marlins. Mendoza sent his due thoughts and prayers to the mourning parents.
“I’d like to start by sending my thoughts and prayers to Jessica and Brett Gardner on the loss of his son. I had a really good relationship with [Brett] and we’re thinking about him. The whole Mets organization are thinking about the Gardner family,” Carlos said.
Despite managing the Yanks arch rival, the New York Mets, Mendoza played with Gardner during 2006-07. Additionally, he had the opportunity to coach him as well.
Though the pain in the Mets current manager’s words was palpable as he is a father of two boys as well.
While the Gardner family will need the much-deserved privacy at this very moment, the actual cause of Miller’s death still remains unclear.
