Brett Gardner, a standout former outfielder for the New York Yankees, announced the death of his 14-year-old son Miller on Sunday. In a joint statement with his wife Jessica, Gardner said Miller fell ill along with several other family members while on vacation. “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 couple said. “Miller was a beloved son and brother and we cannot yet comprehend our life without his infectious smile.” The family asked the public to respect their request for privacy, and did not disclose an exact cause of death. The New York Yankees also mourned Miller’s death in a statement, fondly recalling his “outgoing and feisty” personality as well as his “warm and loving” nature. “Our hearts are heavy, and the Yankees family is filled with grief after learning of the passing of Miller Gardner,” the team said. “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.”
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