Former NY Yankees player announces son's sudden death after illness on vacation: 'Unimaginable loss'

A former New York Yankees participant introduced that his teenage son died instantly in his sleep and mentioned he is counting on his religion to assist him and his household address the tragic loss.

In a submit on X Sunday, the New York Yankees shared an announcement from Brett and Jessica Garner revealing that their 14-year-old son, Miller, had died in his sleep on Friday. The elder Garner performed for the workforce from 2008-2021. 

“With heavy hearts we’re saddened to announce the passing of our youngest son, Miller. He was 14 years previous and has left us far too quickly after falling sick together with a number of different relations whereas on trip,” the assertion defined. “We have now so many questions and so few solutions at this level, however we do know that he handed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Friday, March twenty first.”

The Gardners described Miller as a “beloved son and brother,” including, “We can’t but comprehend our life with out his infectious smile.” In addition they remembered him for his love of “soccer, baseball, golf, searching, fishing, his household and his pals.” 

“We’re so grateful to all who’ve reached out to supply help and encouragement throughout this troublesome time and we’re assured our religion, household, and pals will assist us navigate this unimaginable loss,” they wrote. “Our prayers exit to Miller’s teammates and pals, in addition to to all different households who’ve misplaced a baby far too quickly as we share their grief.”

The assertion concluded with the Gardners urging individuals to “please respect our needs for privateness as we mourn and seek for therapeutic.” The submit was accompanied by an image of the late teenager in addition to a photograph of the Millers with each of their kids. 

The Yankees launched its personal assertion reacting to Miller’s dying on Sunday: “Our hearts are heavy, and the Yankees household is full of grief after studying of the passing of Miller Gardner. Phrases really feel insignificant and inadequate in attempting to explain such an unimaginable loss.” 

“It wasn’t simply Brett who actually grew up on this group,” the Yankees group added, noting that Jessica and the boys, Hunter and Miller, have been equally vital members of the workforce. “We grieve with Brett, Jessica, Hunter, and their group of household and pals in mourning the lack of Miller, who had a spark in his eyes, an outgoing and feisty persona, and a heat and loving nature.” 

“Our love for the Gardner household is unconditional and absolute, and we’ll supply our enduring help whereas understanding their want for privateness right now,” the assertion concluded.