Shocking Details Emerge on Brett Gardner's Son Miller's Tragic Death Abroad

More information is coming to light surrounding the sudden death of Miller Gardner.

Following the tragic news from former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner and his wife Jessica, it was reported to Inside Edition that their 14-year-old son passed away on March 21st. At the time of his death, they were enjoying a spring break vacation in Costa Rica.

Indeed, officials revealed that Miller’s last location was the coastal town of Manuel Antonio, known for its beaches, where it was confirmed he passed away under sad circumstances prior to his demise.

On March 24th, a representative from Costa Rica’s Judicial Investigative Agency informed NBC News (translated from Spanish) that colleagues from the Quepos and Parrita Regional Subdelegation of the OIJ reported finding the body of a 14-year-old minor in a hotel room situated in Manuel Antonio on March 21, 2025.

The agency reports that it appears Miller died from asphyxiation due to consuming a harmful substance.

Initially, it seems that the individual may have died due to asphyxia, potentially following an intoxication caused by consuming certain foods. At this stage, the death is under investigation and we’re waiting for the autopsy results and Toxicology analysis to confirm the exact cause of death.

The autopsy results may not be available for two to three months, according to the spokesperson.

According to Inside Edition, the U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica is currently negotiating arrangements for returning Miller’s remains to the United States with the Gardner family.

Brett, who is father to 16-year-old son Hunter (also shared with Jessica), together with his spouse, announced on March 23 that Miller passed away tranquilly in his sleep. They expressed their feelings of confusion and lack of clarity at the moment.

In a statement posted on the Yankees’ X (previously Twitter), the Gardner family expressed deep sorrow. They shared that their beloved youngest son, Miller, had tragically passed away at the tender age of 14. Unfortunately, he was taken from us prematurely as he had fallen ill, along with other family members, during a vacation.

They went on saying, “Miller was deeply cherished as a son and a brother, and it’s hard for us to imagine our lives without his radiant grin. He adored football, baseball, golf, hunting, fishing, his loved ones, and his companions. Every day, he lived life with unbridled enthusiasm.

Read on for everything to know about the life and death of Miller Gardner.

Regardless of Brett Gardner having spent his entire Major League Baseball career as a New York Yankee, he and his wife Jessica Clendenin Gardner (married since 2007) have generally kept their sons Hunter and Miller away from public scrutiny, living in South Carolina.

On occasion, they joined forces to endorse their father’s profession, making an appearance together at the launch of the CCandy Children’s Clothing Line held at the MLB Fan Cave in New York back in 2013.

Speaking about their heartbreaking loss, Miller’s family characterized him as a young man with a contagiously bright grin and someone who embraced each day of his short life with unbridled enthusiasm.

In a March 2025 statement, the New York Yankees fondly recalled Miller, highlighting his lively and spirited character.

Much like his father, Miller showed a knack for sports, not just confined to baseball, but also branching out into football, golf, fishing, and hunting. In a recent TikTok post, he expressed his fondness for football by displaying images of himself on the field and saying, “I truly miss it.

In a March 2025 statement, the team where Brett served from 2008 to 2021 fondly recalled Miller’s vivacious spirit and affectionate demeanor, referring to the twinkle in his eyes and his kind-hearted disposition.

In the continuation of their remarks, they emphasized that not only Brett but also his wife, Jessica, and their two sons have spent over 17 years growing within this organization.

According to a statement from Brett’s previous team, Brett, along with his family, announced that following illnesses experienced by Miller and others during their vacation, Brett tragically passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Friday, March 21st.

They expressed that Miller was deeply cherished as a son and a brother. At this moment, it’s hard for us to imagine our lives without his warm, contagious grin.”

“The family wrote that Miller held a special place in their hearts as both a son and a brother. It’s difficult for them to envision life without the radiance of his smile at the present time.

In the midst of their sorrow, the Gardners struggle to understand what transpired, as they themselves stated, “We’re filled with numerous unanswered questions while having very few answers right now.

On the day following Brett and Jessica’s announcement about Miller’s unexpected death, Costa Rican authorities suggested that the teenager may have passed away due to asphyxiation, potentially from consuming a harmful substance.

Initially, it seems that the individual may have died due to asphyxia following potential poisoning from consuming certain food. At present, this is a case under investigation and the autopsy results, along with toxicology analysis, will be needed to establish the precise cause of death. (Translated from Spanish by NBC News)

A day following Brett and Jessica’s announcement about Miller’s passing, the U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica informed Inside Edition that the deceased had been on a spring break vacation with his family in Central America when he died.

Additionally, the Embassy verified they were engaging in talks regarding arranging Miller’s return to the United States, which includes transporting his remains.

2025-03-25 05:50

Shocking Details Emerge on Brett Gardner’s Son Miller’s Tragic Death Abroad

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