Miami Marlins pitcher José Fernández was killed in a boating accident early Sunday morning.
The U.S Coast Guard reported that Fernández was one of three people killed in a boat crash of Miami Beach.
The Marlins released a statement saying “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 heartbreaking news led to the cancellation of today’s game against the Atlanta Braves.
The baseball community has sent their condolences to Fernández’s team and family:
It's been an emotional morning in the Cuban community. No matter what age, people are in total disbelief about Jose Fernandez's passing.
— Jorge Sedano (@SedanoESPN) September 25, 2016
At a lost for words right now over the tragic news of my brother Jose Fernandez. My thoughts… https://t.co/M4KQtHN4y7
— Carlos Gomez (@RealCarlosGomez) September 25, 2016
This will be going on at ballparks all over the country due to the tragic death of Jose Fernandez pic.twitter.com/6skLGFsD77
— wallace matthews (@OysterBayBomber) September 25, 2016
Just last week Jose Fernandez posted #FamilyFirst with a picture of his pregnant girlfriend. Thats some heart wrenching stuff pic.twitter.com/HZ9YCVFagd
— KFC (@KFCBarstool) September 25, 2016
I tend to stay off of Twitter on start days but I cannot believe the news about Jose Fernandez. The game and the world just lost a great one
— Jon Lester (@JLester34) September 25, 2016
Often times, he left us in awe. Jose Fernandez was a gift to baseball and will be missed.pic.twitter.com/qfWSAHRn4V
— Fanatics Authentic (@FansAuthentic) 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
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of José Fernández as well as the Marlins organization and fans.
— Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) September 25, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Jose Fernandez & the entire Marlins organization.
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) September 25, 2016
Commissioner Manfred's statement on Jose Fernandez's tragic passing.
(via @MLB_PR) pic.twitter.com/rOQqQz4Xd8
— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) September 25, 2016
