Former Yankees star Brett Gardner's 14-year-old son dies after unexpected illness on vacation

Former New York Yankees star Brett Gardner’s teenage son died unexpectedly after falling ill on vacation, the family said Sunday.

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14-year-old son of former Yankees OF Brett Gardner dies after falling ill during vacation

Miller Gardner died in his sleep Friday morning, according to a statement from the couple that was released by the Yankees on Sunday.
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Teen son of ex-Yankees star Brett Gardner didn't die by asphyxia, Costa Rica officials now say

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Ex-Yankees OF Gardner's son, Miller, dies at 14

Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of Brett Gardner, has died, the former Yankees outfielder and his wife, Jessica, announced Sunday.
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Former Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner announces 14-year-old son's death

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Former Yankee Brett Gardner's 14-year-old son dies on vacation: 'Lived life to the fullest every single day'

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Brett Gardner's son Miller reportedly died due to asphyxiation after possible food intoxication

Brett Gardner released a statement through the Yankees on Sunday confirming his son's death.
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Costa Rican officials suspect former Yankee's teen son died of 'food intoxication'

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Asphyxiation ruled out in death of Gardner's son

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