Former Yankees star Brett Gardner’s son, Miller Gardner, tragically passed away
at the age of 14 while on a family vacation. Initially, his parents revealed that
he had fallen ill along with other family members before peacefully passing in his sleep on March 21st,
While the family has not disclosed the exact illness, a new report from TMZ claims Miller
died from asphyxiation at a resort in Costa Rica, possibly due to food intoxication.
Authorities in Costa Rica are still investigating, with an autopsy and toxicology analysis pending to confirm the cause of death,
Brett Gardner, who spent his entire 14-year MLB career with the Yankees, has received
an outpouring of support from the baseball community, including a heartfelt statement
from the Yankees organization. They described Miller as a bright,
outgoing, and loving individual, expressing deep grief over his loss. The Gardner family
has requested privacy as they navigate this devastating time, while fans and loved ones continue to mourn and offer their condolences.
