This is just sad news. I just saw him pitch at a Marlins about a week ago and he as dominant.
One of the best young stars in the game and only 24 years. He was headed for a $200 million dollar contract and was also expecting his first child.
http://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/17632...g-accident
One of the best young stars in the game and only 24 years. He was headed for a $200 million dollar contract and was also expecting his first child.
http://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/17632...g-accident
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Miami Marlins ace Jose Fernandez was killed in a boating accident in Florida early Sunday morning.
Spokesman Lorenzo Veloz of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said in a news conference Sunday that Fernandez, 24, was one of three males killed in the accident.
The Coast Guard arrived to the scene at around 3 a.m. to find a 32-foot boat upside down on a jetty off Miami Beach. Two of the victims were found dead under the vessel. One was found dead in the water. None of the deceased were wearing life vests.
Speed is suspected to be involved in the accident because of the impact with the jetty, Veloz said. There is no evidence of alcohol or illegal drugs involved.
The Marlins announced that Sunday's game against the Atlanta Braves has been canceled.
"The Miami Marlins organization is devastated by the tragic loss of José Fernández. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very difficult time," the team said in a statement.