Miami Marlins Pitcher Jose Fernandez Dies in Boating Accident

Jose Fernandez, pitcher for the Miami Marlins, died in a boating accident earlier today.

According to authorities, the boat crashed into rocks near Miami Beach. Three people were found dead, Fernandez among them.

The Marlins called off today’s game against the Braves and are currently mourning the loss of their friend and teammate:

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— Marlins Park (@MarlinsPark) September 25, 2016

I'm going to miss you my friend.. pic.twitter.com/597J9vXLL1

— Lenny Harris (@LennyHarris) September 25, 2016

I will miss you… Sorry if i never told you how valuable your friendship was too me… pic.twitter.com/HzstRZDBri

— Tom Koehler (@TKREFRESH22) September 25, 2016

#RIPJoseFernandez pic.twitter.com/4praokgpD9

— Nick Wittgren (@N_Witt) September 25, 2016

Damn man it's raining at your mothers house bro…God and ALL his angels are crying down tears of joy on us because you came HOME. #JDF16

— Dee Gordon (@FlashGJr) September 25, 2016

I'm still waiting to wake up from this nightmare. I lost my brother today and can't quite comprehend it. The shock is overwhelming. What he meant to me , our team, the city of Miami, Cuba & everyone else in the world that his enthusiasm/heart has touched can never be replaced. I can't fathom what his family is going through because We, as his extended Family are a wreck. I gave him the nickname Niño because he was just a young boy Amongst men , yet those men could barely compete with him . He had his own level, one that was changing the game. EXTRAORDINARY, as a person before the player. Yet still just a kid, who's joy lit up the stadium more than lights could. A kid whose time came too soon. One that I will miss & never forget. Rest In Peace Niño, Jose Fernandez ??

A photo posted by Giancarlo Stanton (@giancarlo818) on Sep 25, 2016 at 10:16am PDT

Been trying to think of what to say or how to comprehend all of this and the truth is there are no words that will do you justice. You played this game and lived your life at 100%. The competitor you were is the competitor we all strive to be. Your loss hit us all hard and im going to miss you buddy. The clubhouse or the team won't be the same without you but you'll always be with us. I know I'll see you again someday. Love you man ??

A photo posted by christianyelich (@christianyelich) on Sep 25, 2016 at 10:19am PDT

JDF, you are the heartbeat of the @Marlins and @MLB; words cannot describe our loss. #JoseDay

— Jacob Esch (@Twiterlesjake) September 25, 2016

Se nos fue una legenda, amigo, hermano de equipo y almas mas queridas Que Dios te guarde. RIP#16 pic.twitter.com/CW8tpw9PFE

— Fernando Rodney (@F_Rodney56) September 25, 2016

#JDF16 pic.twitter.com/ROmr1TRhn9

— Justin Nicolino (@J_Nicolino22) September 25, 2016

Marlins coach Don Mattingly got choked up at a press conference earlier today recalling Fernandez’ joy and love of the game:

Emotional Don Mattingly honors José Fernández: "There was just joy with him when he played" https://t.co/PT7xK3hMsh https://t.co/R5amuTDm8s

— ABC News (@ABC) September 25, 2016

Teams across the league will be holding moments of silence today before their games, and the MLB not only issued a statement, but shared video of his final pitch:

We are stunned and devastated by the tragic news that Jose Fernandez, 24, has died in a boating accident. https://t.co/QIBcnIYJ1i pic.twitter.com/SDZoL6NMEb

— MLB (@MLB) September 25, 2016

José Fernández threw his final pitch with his family there to cheer him on. https://t.co/05lszs1Sng pic.twitter.com/o2jbgwZohm

— MLB (@MLB) September 25, 2016

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