The baseball community is in mourning Sunday, as one of the game’s best players and most likable personalities, Jose Fernandez, has died in a boating accident at age 24.
By all accounts, Fernandez was the type of cheerful, gregarious and caring person who those around him can’t help but love. On the mound he was always smiling, and off the field he was beloved in the Miami community.
The outpouring of emotion from baseball players and teams has been remarkable. It would be almost impossible to compile every reaction to Fernandez’s tragic death from a current or former Major-League player on Twitter, but we’ve culled some of the best ones, to try to illustrate just how universally adored Fernandez was.
I dont have the words to describe the pain feel for the loss of my friend Jose. Goodbye, my friend. pic.twitter.com/xvaa5z62RW
— David Ortiz (@davidortiz) September 25, 2016
Absolutely devastated hearing about Jose. Thoughts and prayers go to his family, friends, and Marlins org.
— Mike Trout (@MikeTrout) September 25, 2016
Absolutely crushed hearing the news about Jose. Brought so much energy and passion towards life! You will be missed Papo RIP
— Eric Hosmer (@TheRealHos305) September 25, 2016
Shocked & saddened by the loss of @JDFernandez16. An incredible player but even better human being. My condolences to his family & teammates
— Anthony Rizzo (@ARizzo44) September 25, 2016
There are no words to describe the sickness and sadness I feel this morning over the loss of Jose Fernandez. RIP my friend!
— Chipper Jones (@RealCJ10) September 25, 2016
Sick to my stomach. Can't believe this. #RIPJoseFernandez
— Marcus Stroman (@STR0) September 25, 2016
Such sad news about Jose Fernandez. His passion and charisma for this game was 1 of a kind. #RIPJoseFernandez. The game will never forget u.
— Chris Archer (@ChrisArcher22) September 25, 2016
Absolutely crushed and shocked at the news about Jo-Fez..My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and the @Marlins org!
— Bryce Harper (@bryceharper3) September 25, 2016
Jose Fernandez is one of the most genuine guys I've ever played with. He loved life, he loved baseball…..he will be missed dearly.
— dan haren (@ithrow88) September 25, 2016
wow very sad new this morning…hands down one of my favorite guys to watch pitch! He brought nothing but intensity and passion #ripjose
— David Price (@DAVIDprice24) September 25, 2016
Words cannot express the way we feel on the passing of Jose Fernandez . My thoughts and prayers go out to his family & friends. #rip
— Russell Martin (@russellmartin55) September 25, 2016
My prayers go out to Jose's family. I am blessed to have known him as a teammate and friend. He changed the lives of everyone he met. RIP
— Carter Capps (@CarterCapps) September 25, 2016
Baseball lost a great talent today, the world lost a true joy, a shining light, and beautiful person who spread his love #JoseFernandez #RIP
— Huston Street (@HustonStreet) September 25, 2016
https://twitter.com/justinruggiano/status/780034931871186945
I am heartbroken right now… RIP my man, your kind heart and smile will never be forgotten… #RIPJoseFernandez pic.twitter.com/4pKC9EOeKI
— Lance McCullers Jr. (@lmccullers43) September 25, 2016
Prayers to the Fernandez family. He was helping change the game for the better. What a tragic loss #ripjose
— Jake Thompson (@jthomp15) September 25, 2016
https://twitter.com/LoganBawcom/status/780036076723286016
Like everyone else I cannot believe the news I woke up to. My heart is beyond grieved for his family, the Marlins, and those men that suit..
— Steve Cishek (@srSHREK31) September 25, 2016
.. up with him everyday. He was an tenacious competitor, a great teammate, and an even better person. Gonna miss u brother
— Steve Cishek (@srSHREK31) September 25, 2016
Sunday’s game between the Marlins and Braves at Marlins Park has been cancelled as the players mourn Fernandez.
#JoseFernandez beyond devastating pic.twitter.com/D0PTasoINj
— Joe Frisaro (@JoeFrisaro) September 25, 2016
Rest in peace, Jose.
Rest in power, brother pic.twitter.com/VW24AKV4Ij
— Ryan Cortes (@Ryan_Cortes) September 25, 2016
