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27-03-2025
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Son of former Yankees player Brett Gardner honored at opening day after his mysterious death in Costa Rica
Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, was honored with a moment of silence at the Yankees' opening day on Thursday, nearly one week after the teenager's mysterious death in Costa Rica. "Miller had a spark in his eyes, an outgoing and feisty personality, and a warm and loving nature," the Yankees said in a social media post on Thursday. "Miller grew up in the Yankees organization and had become a two-sport athlete, wearing his father's No. 11 on his football jersey." "The entire Yankees organization grieves this unimaginable loss with Brett, his wife Jessica, and their son Hunter," the team said. MORE: Search for 4 missing US soldiers now a recovery mission: Lithuanian minister of defense Miller Gardner died in his sleep Friday morning while his family was on vacation in Costa Rica, according to the family and the State Department. The Gardners were staying at the exclusive Arenas Del Mar Resort in Manuel Antonio. On Thursday, the Gardners went out to dinner at a restaurant close to the resort, and they felt sick when they returned to the hotel, according to a Costa Rican source close to the investigation. MORE: Asphyxiation ruled out as cause of death for former Yankees player Brett Gardner's son: Costa Rican National Police A hotel spokesperson said the staff "dispatched a medical team immediately, including a licensed doctor, which arrived to handle the emergency situation." Authorities are investigating if Miller Gardner was allergic to any of the medicine he was given, the source said. The autopsy is not complete, according to the source. But authorities have determined the teenager didn't die from asphyxiation because his respiratory tract was clear, officials with the Costa Rican National Police told ABC News. "We have so many questions and so few answers at this point," Brett Gardner and his wife, Jessica Gardner, said in a statement released by the Yankees on Sunday. "Miller was a beloved son and brother and we cannot yet comprehend our life without his infectious smile," the Gardners said. "We are so thankful to all who have reached out to offer support and encouragement during this difficult time and we are confident our faith, family, and friends will help us navigate this unimaginable loss." Brett Gardner spent his entire 14-season MLB career with the Yankees. He was named an American League All-Star in 2015 and won a Golden Glove Award in 2016. He retired after the 2021 season. Son of former Yankees player Brett Gardner honored at opening day after his mysterious death in Costa Rica originally appeared on
Yahoo
25-03-2025
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Asphyxiation ruled out as cause of death for former Yankees player Brett Gardner's son: Costa Rican National Police
Asphyxiation has been ruled out as the cause of death for the 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, officials with the Costa Rican National Police told ABC News. Authorities determined Miller Gardner didn't die from asphyxiation because his respiratory tract was clear, police said. This comes one day after a Costa Rican government official had said Miller Gardner may have died from asphyxiation due to "food intoxication." More tests are being done to determine his cause of death, the Costa Rican National Police said Tuesday. It could take up to three months to complete the autopsy due to the significant demand in the country because of its high murder rate, police added. Authorities said they do not believe his death to be suspicious at this point in the investigation. Miller Gardner died in his sleep Friday morning while the family was on vacation in Costa Rica, according to the family and the State Department. MORE: Costa Rican officials suspect former Yankee's teen son died of 'food intoxication' The Gardner family was staying at the exclusive Arenas Del Mar Resort in Manuel Antonio. "We are deeply saddened by this loss, and our hearts go out to the family," a spokesperson for the resort said in a statement. "The factors that led to this tragic incident are unknown, and we are fully cooperating with authorities as they investigate." Police from the town of Quepos are leading the investigation and will be questioning the hotel employees on Tuesday, authorities said. Brett Gardner and his wife, Jessica Gardner, said their youngest child died "after falling ill along with several other family members." "We have so many questions and so few answers at this point," the Gardners said on Sunday in a statement released by the Yankees. "Miller was a beloved son and brother and we cannot yet comprehend our life without his infectious smile," Brett and Jessica Gardner said in the statement. "He lived life to the fullest every single day." Brett Gardner spent his entire 14-season MLB career with the Yankees and retired after the 2021 season. He was named an American League All-Star in 2015 and won a Golden Glove Award in 2016. He was also on the team that won the World Series in 2009. "Our hearts are heavy, and the Yankees family is filled with grief," the Yankees said in a statement. "It wasn't just Brett who literally grew up in this organization for more than 17 years -- so did his wife, Jessica, and their two boys, Hunter and Miller." "Our love for the Gardner family is unconditional and absolute, and we will offer our enduring support," the team said. Asphyxiation ruled out as cause of death for former Yankees player Brett Gardner's son: Costa Rican National Police originally appeared on
Yahoo
24-03-2025
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Former Yankee Brett Gardner's teen son died on family vacation to Costa Rica: Officials
The 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner was vacationing with his family in Costa Rica when he suddenly fell ill and died in his sleep, according to the U.S. State Department. Miller Gardner's death was announced Sunday in a statement by his father and mother, Jessica Gardner, that was released on the Yankees' X account. Brett and Jessica Gardner said their son died in his sleep on Friday while on vacation, after falling ill along with several other family members. The Gardners said their youngest child "has left us far too soon." On Monday, the U.S. State Department confirmed to ABC News that Miller Gardner died while he was in Costa Rica. "We can confirm the death of a U.S. citizen in Costa Rica on March 21,' a State Department spokesperson said. 'We are closely monitoring local authorities' investigation into the cause of death. Out of respect for the privacy of the family and loved ones during this difficult time, we have no further comment at this time." The State Department did not say what city the Gardners were staying in at the time of the teen's death. "We have so many questions and so few answers at this point, but we do know that he passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Friday, March 21st," the statement from Gardner and his wife read. "Miller was a beloved son and brother and we cannot yet comprehend our life without his infectious smile. He loved football, baseball, golf, hunting, fishing, his family and his friends. He lived life to the fullest every single day." The couple also expressed deep gratitude for the support and encouragement they've received. "We are confident our faith, family, and friends will help us navigate this unimaginable loss," the Gardners wrote in the statement. "Our prayers go out to Miller's teammates and friends, as well as to all other families who have lost a child far too soon as we share their grief. Please respect our wishes for privacy as we mourn and search for healing." In addition to Miller, Brett and Jessica Gardner also share an older son, Hunter Gardner. Brett Gardner, a former outfielder, spent his entire 14-season MLB career with the Yankees. He was named an American League All-Star in 2015 and won a Golden Glove Award in 2016, and was part of the team that won the World Series in 2009, just one year after making his major league debut. He retired following the 2021 season. In the wake of the news of Miller Gardner's death, the Yankees shared a separate statement on Facebook, offering "unconditional and absolute" love to the Gardner family, while also acknowledging their need for privacy during this difficult time. "Words feel insignificant and insufficient in trying to describe such an unimaginable loss," the Yankees' statement reads. "It wasn't just Brett who literally grew up in this organization for more than 17 years — so did his wife, Jessica, and their two boys, Hunter and Miller." "We grieve with Brett, Jessica, Hunter and their community of family and friends in mourning the loss of Miller, who had a spark in his eyes, an outgoing and feisty personality, and a warm and loving nature," the statement added. "May Miller rest in peace," the statement concludes. Former Yankee Brett Gardner's teen son died on family vacation to Costa Rica: Officials originally appeared on
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24-03-2025
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Former Yankee Brett Gardner's teen son died on family vacation to Costa Rica: Officials
The 14-year-old son of former New York Yankees player Brett Gardner was vacationing with his family in Costa Rica when he suddenly fell ill and died in his sleep, according to the U.S. State Department. Miller Gardner's death was announced Sunday in a statement by his father and mother, Jessica Gardner, that was released on the Yankees' X account. Brett and Jessica Gardner said their son died in his sleep on Friday while on vacation, after falling ill along with several other family members. The Gardners said their youngest child "has left us far too soon." On Monday, the U.S. State Department confirmed to ABC News that Miller Gardner died while he was in Costa Rica. "We can confirm the death of a U.S. citizen in Costa Rica on March 21,' a State Department spokesperson said. 'We are closely monitoring local authorities' investigation into the cause of death. Out of respect for the privacy of the family and loved ones during this difficult time, we have no further comment at this time." The State Department did not say what city the Gardners were staying in at the time of the teen's death. "We have so many questions and so few answers at this point, but we do know that he passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Friday, March 21st," the statement from Gardner and his wife read. "Miller was a beloved son and brother and we cannot yet comprehend our life without his infectious smile. He loved football, baseball, golf, hunting, fishing, his family and his friends. He lived life to the fullest every single day." The couple also expressed deep gratitude for the support and encouragement they've received. "We are confident our faith, family, and friends will help us navigate this unimaginable loss," the Gardners wrote in the statement. "Our prayers go out to Miller's teammates and friends, as well as to all other families who have lost a child far too soon as we share their grief. Please respect our wishes for privacy as we mourn and search for healing." In addition to Miller, Brett and Jessica Gardner also share an older son, Hunter Gardner. Statement from Brett and Jessica Gardner: With heavy hearts we are saddened to announce the passing of our youngest son, Miller. He was 14 years old and has left us far too soon after falling ill along with several other family members while on vacation. We have so many… — New York Yankees (@Yankees) March 23, 2025 Brett Gardner, a former outfielder, spent his entire 14-season MLB career with the Yankees. He was named an American League All-Star in 2015 and won a Golden Glove Award in 2016, and was part of the team that won the World Series in 2009, just one year after making his major league debut. He retired following the 2021 season. In the wake of the news of Miller Gardner's death, the Yankees shared a separate statement on Facebook, offering "unconditional and absolute" love to the Gardner family, while also acknowledging their need for privacy during this difficult time. "Words feel insignificant and insufficient in trying to describe such an unimaginable loss," the Yankees' statement reads. "It wasn't just Brett who literally grew up in this organization for more than 17 years — so did his wife, Jessica, and their two boys, Hunter and Miller." "We grieve with Brett, Jessica, Hunter and their community of family and friends in mourning the loss of Miller, who had a spark in his eyes, an outgoing and feisty personality, and a warm and loving nature," the statement added. "May Miller rest in peace," the statement concludes. Former Yankee Brett Gardner's teen son died on family vacation to Costa Rica: Officials originally appeared on
