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Baseball world mourns Fernandez after tragic accident
- Updated: September 25, 2016
MIAMI – Marlins ace Jose Fernandez, a two-time All-Star and one of the young faces of Major League Baseball, was killed early Sunday in a boating accident in Miami Beach.
The tragic passing of the 24-year-old right-hander prompted the postponement of Miami’s series finale on Sunday with the Braves at Marlins Park, which was scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET.
“The Miami Marlins organization is devastated by the tragic loss of Jose Fernandez. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very difficult time,” the Marlins released in a statement.
“All of Baseball is shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of Miami Marlins pitcher José Fernández,” Commissioner Rob Manfred said in a statement. “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 …
