UPDATE
3/24 5:49 PM PT — Brett Gardner‘s 14-year-old son Miller died from asphyxiation at a resort in Costa Rica … according to a new report.
Miller was staying at the property as part of a family vacation when he and others in the group fell seriously ill … per Inside Edition.
Officials in Costa Rica are now reportedly working with the Gardners to return Miller’s body to the United States.
Brett Gardner — former star of the New York Yankees — has just announced the death of his 14-year-old son … adding it came suddenly after he became ill along with a group of family members on a trip.
The 14-year MLB veteran and his wife, Jessica, announced the news in a heartfelt statement, released through the Yankees social media channels … explaining their son Miller passed away Friday.
According to the Gardners, Miller and a group of other family members got sick while on vacation … adding they have far more questions than answers at this point.
Brett & Jessica write Miller was a “beloved son and brother” who competed in a number of sports and enjoyed spending time with friends and family.
They add their thanks to those who have reached out to offer support and encouragement … and, they’re asking for privacy at this time.
Brett and Jessica share another child, a boy named Hunter.
Brett played his entire career with the Yankees from 2008 to 2021 … appearing in 1688 games with the Bronx Bombers. He was an All-Star in 2015, won a Gold Glove in 2016 and was a part of the last Yankees team to win a World Series in 2009.
