New York Yankees manager, Aaron Boone, expressed his sadness over the death of 14-year-old Miller Gardner, the son of his friend and former player, Brett Gardner. Boone emphasized the team’s family dynamic and the support they will be offering to the Gardner family during this difficult time. Brett Gardner played his entire 14-season MLB career with the Yankees, with Boone as his manager for the final four seasons before retiring in 2021.
On Sunday, Brett and Jessica Gardner announced Miller’s passing in a statement released by the Yankees. They revealed that Miller had fallen ill while on vacation and passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 21st. Describing Miller as a beloved son and brother who lived life to the fullest, the Gardners expressed their shock and grief over the loss. The Yankees organization also shared their condolences and offered unwavering support to the Gardner family during this time.
The news of Miller Gardner’s death resonated throughout the baseball community, with New York Mets manager, Carlos Mendoza, offering his thoughts and prayers to the Gardner family. Mendoza, who had a close relationship with Brett Gardner and managed him during their time with the Yankees, expressed his sympathy and support for his friend during this trying time. Both Mendoza and Gardner are fathers, with Mendoza noting that his own children were close to Brett’s sons.
Brett and Jessica Gardner have another son, Hunter, in addition to Miller. Meanwhile, Carlos Mendoza and his wife, Frances Mendoza, have two sons of their own. Despite the close bond between the families, no cause of death for Miller has been disclosed. The tragic loss of Miller Gardner has left both the Yankees and Mets communities in mourning, with an outpouring of support and condolences for the Gardner family during this challenging period.
