Here's How the MLB Community Is Mourning José Fernández
Early Sunday morning, Miami Marlins pitcher José Fernández was killed in a boating accident. Fernández was on a boat that crashed near Miami Beach. He was 24.
"The Miami Marlins organization is devastated by the tragic loss of José Fernández," the team said in a statement that also announced the cancellation of today's game against the Atlanta Braves. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very difficult time."
Statement from the Miami Marlins organization: pic.twitter.com/6A4Rv6m2g9
- Miami Marlins (@Marlins) September 25, 2016
We are stunned and devastated by the tragic news that Jose Fernandez, 24, has died in a boating accident. https://t.co/QIBcnIYJ1i pic.twitter.com/SDZoL6NMEb
- MLB (@MLB) September 25, 2016
Said MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred in a statement:
"All of Baseball is shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of Miami Marlins pitcher José Fernández. He was one of our game's great young stars who made a dramatic impact on and off the field since his debut in 2013. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, the Miami Marlins organization and all of the people he touched in his life."
MLB players from teams all over the country have been taking to social media to express their grief and sadness over this tragic loss.
Praying for the family, friends and teammates of Jose Fernandez.. Today is a sad day for baseball.. He will be missed by us all..
- Matt Carpenter (@MattCarp13) September 25, 2016
I can't believe this... I can't wrap my head around the fact that it is true. Heart broken right now. Jose, I will truly miss you.
- Bryan Morris (@Bryan19Morris) September 25, 2016
Hermano, wherever you are, you know how much I loved you. Sin palabras. My heart is with the families. pic.twitter.com/JGVSRYXlMf
- Yasiel Puig (@YasielPuig) September 25, 2016
Absolutely devastated hearing about Jose. Thoughts and prayers go to his family, friends, and Marlins org.
- Mike Trout (@MikeTrout) September 25, 2016
Jose Fernandez is one of the most genuine guys I've ever played with. He loved life, he loved baseball.....he will be missed dearly.
- dan haren (@ithrow88) September 25, 2016
I dont have the words to describe the pain feel for the loss of my friend Jose. Goodbye, my friend. pic.twitter.com/xvaa5z62RW
- David Ortiz (@davidortiz) September 25, 2016
A tragic loss. A life taken too soon. Descansa en paz. pic.twitter.com/2gh9gUsXcK
- Orlando Cepeda (@OrlandoCepeda30) September 25, 2016
There are no words to describe the sickness and sadness I feel this morning over the loss of Jose Fernandez. RIP my friend!
- Chipper Jones (@RealCJ10) September 25, 2016
Shocked & saddened by the loss of @JDFernandez16. An incredible player but even better human being. My condolences to his family & teammates
- Anthony Rizzo (@ARizzo44) September 25, 2016
Absolutely crushed hearing the news about Jose. Brought so much energy and passion towards life! You will be missed Papo RIP
- Eric Hosmer (@TheRealHos35) September 25, 2016
My prayers go out to Jose's family. I am blessed to have known him as a teammate and friend. He changed the lives of everyone he met. RIP
- Carter Capps (@CarterCapps) September 25, 2016
Such sad news about Jose Fernandez. His passion and charisma for this game was 1 of a kind. #RIPJoseFernandez. The game will never forget u.
- Chris Archer (@ChrisArcher22) September 25, 2016
I cannot believe the news this morning. Absolutely heartbreaking. The world lost a charismatic and talented young man.
- Andrew Heaney (@Heandog8) September 25, 2016
Words cannot express the way we feel on the passing of Jose Fernandez . My thoughts and prayers go out to his family & friends. #rip
- Russell Martin (@russellmartin55) September 25, 2016
Absolutely crushed and shocked at the news about Jo-Fez..My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and the @Marlins org!
- Bryce Harper (@Bharper3407) September 25, 2016
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