Former MLB infielder Marte dies at 33
Former Major League infielder Andy Marte died in a car crash in the Dominican Republic on Sunday. He was 33 years old.
"Words can't express the emotions from the loss of our client Andy Marte. Gone too soon. A great person on and off the field," Marte's agency, J.M.G. baseball, said on Twitter.
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Andy Marte, 1983-2017
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In a separate incident, Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura died in a car crash in the Dominican as well. He was 25.
"Today is a very sad day for our entire game and particularly for the many loyal fans in the Dominican Republic, the home of both Yordano Ventura and Andy Marte," said Commissioner Rob Manfred.
"Yordano was a key figure in the Royals' recent success. His electric talent on the mound helped lead the Royals to two American League pennants and the 2015 World Championship. Andy was a respected member of six organizations who played seven Major League seasons, including for the Cleveland Indians from 2006-10. On behalf of Major League Baseball, I extend my deepest condolences to the families, teammates, friends and fans of both players."
Marte signed with the Braves in 2000 as an international free agent and was ranked No. 9 on MLB.com's 2005 Top 50 Prospects list.
After breaking into the Majors in 2005, he was traded to the Indians in '06 and spent five seasons with the club. His best year came in '09, when he hit .232 with six home runs and 25 RBIs in 47 games.
Marte played in just six games for the D-backs in 2014, before signing with the KT Wiz in South Korea. Over the last two seasons, he hit .312 and belted over 20 home runs both campaigns.
Wow! Sad to hear former teammate of mine Andy Marte passed away. Rest In Peace my friend! My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
— Archie Bradley (@ArchieBradley7) January 22, 2017
Sad to learn that my former @Indians teammate Andy Marte was killed in a car accident this morning. RIP�� keep his family in your prayers
— David Dellucci (@DavidDellucci) January 22, 2017
Heartbreaking. Incredible teammate and man. One of my all time favorites to manage. RIP Andy Marte. https://t.co/meIbaIW4wg
— Phil Nevin (@philnev23) January 22, 2017
So sad, without a doubt Andy Marte was one of the nicest human being to ever put a baseball uniform on. RIP #Indians #Aguilas
— Manny Acta (@MannyActa14) January 22, 2017
I'm sad to hear my ex teammate Andy marte passed away this morning. He was a great teammate and a great person to be around. #RIPAndyMarte
— Dontrelle Willis (@DTrainMLB) January 22, 2017
Woke up to the sad news that Andy Marte Died in a car accident last night. May you R.I.P. #RIPAndyMarte
— Rodney Linares (@RondeyLinares) January 22, 2017
Andy Marte was an incredible teammate of mine, a great person & will forever be remembered for his signature laugh.. gone too soon.. ����
— Jensen Lewis (@JLEWFifty) January 22, 2017
Punch in the gut hearing news about Ventura and Marte today. Andy Marte was one of my fav teammates. An amazing person in every way. RIP
— Shelley Duncan (@shelldunc) January 22, 2017
Quinn Roberts is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.
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