Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez died in a boating accident, the team announced Sunday morning, per Manny Navarro of the Miami Herald.
Andy Slater of 940 AM WINZ reported the boat Fernandez was on hit rocks going full speed and flew about 30 feet in the air before landing upside down. He added that one victim was found in the water and two were found under the boat.
Fernandez was 24.
"The Miami Marlins organization is devastated by the tragic loss of Jose Fernandez," the team said in a statement. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very difficult time."
Major League Baseball, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and MLBPA Executive Director Tony Clark also released statements:
Sunday's game between the Marlins and Atlanta Braves was canceled. And the Miami Dolphins will hold a moment of silence in honor of Fernandez before Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.
Kevin McAlpin of 680 The Fan in Atlanta and Tim Healey of the South Florida Sun Sentinel passed along photos of the scene at Marlins Park:
Fernandez was one of the most dominant pitchers in the game and a bright young star.
"Jose Fernandez is one of the most genuine guys I've ever played with," former Marlins starter Dan Haren tweeted. "He loved life, he loved baseball.....he will be missed dearly."
Kansas City Royals first baseman Eric Hosmer said: "Absolutely crushed hearing the news about Jose. Brought so much energy and passion towards life! You will be missed Papo RIP."
Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout also passed along his condolences:
Fernandez defected from Cuba at the age of 15. He had previously been caught trying to leave the country and spent time in a Cuban prison. From those humble origins, he became one of baseball's most charismatic, talented and beloved players.
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