Brett Gardner’s son Miller dies at 14, Yankees mourn tragic loss

Miller Gardner, son of ex-Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, passed away at 14 after falling ill on a family vacation.

The New York Yankees and the baseball community are grieving the heartbreaking loss of Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner.

Miller passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 21, 2025, after falling ill while on a family vacation.

Brett and Jessica Gardner released a statement through the Yankees, expressing their devastation. “With heavy hearts, we are saddened to announce the passing of our youngest son, Miller. He has left us far too soon. We have so many questions and so few answers, but we do know he passed peacefully.”

Statement from the New York Yankees: pic.twitter.com/2f1F9CQ9F8

— New York Yankees (@Yankees) March 23, 2025

Statement from Brett and Jessica Gardner: 

With heavy hearts we are saddened to announce the passing of our youngest son, Miller. He was 14 years old and has left us far too soon after falling ill along with several other family members while on vacation. We have so many… pic.twitter.com/lBCBVmKGUe

— New York Yankees (@Yankees) March 23, 2025

The Yankees organization extended their condolences, emphasizing the deep connection the Gardner family shares with the team. “Brett, Jessica, and their boys, Hunter and Miller, have been part of the Yankees family for years. Miller had a spark in his eyes, a feisty personality, and a loving nature. We grieve with them and offer our unconditional support.”

Miller was an avid athlete, excelling in football, baseball, and golf. A recent highlight showed him scoring a touchdown while wearing No. 11—his father’s Yankees jersey number.

Brett Gardner spent 14 seasons with the Yankees, winning a World Series in 2009. He retired after the 2021 season, leaving behind a legacy of leadership and resilience.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone, who coached Gardner for four seasons, expressed his sorrow: “We’re heartbroken. The Gardner family will always be part of us.”

The Yankees and the MLB community continue to mourn this tragic loss.