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Tragic Loss: Brett Gardner's Son Dies from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former Yankees player Brett Gardner, tragically died while on vacation in Costa Rica last month.

By Victor MatherSource: nytimes.com1 min read
Tragic Loss: Brett Gardner's Son Dies from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
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In brief

Last month, tragedy struck when Miller Gardner, the son of ex-Yankees star Brett Gardner, passed away from carbon monoxide poisoning during a family vacation in Costa Rica. The young boy was only 14 and had reportedly fallen ill along with several family members before his untimely death. The Costa Rican authorities confirmed through toxicology reports that he had dangerously high levels of carbon monoxide in his blood, likely due to contamination from machinery at the resort where they were staying. The family is grieving the loss of a boy who loved sports and adventure, while Brett Gardner's legacy continues in the baseball world.

Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former NY Yankees player Brett Gardner, died from carbon monoxide poisoning during a family trip in Costa Rica. The boy fell ill alongside family members, and toxicology reports confirmed he had high levels of carboxyhemoglobin in his blood. The family suspects machinery from the resort caused the contamination. Miller was remembered as a vibrant and adventurous soul who loved sports. The baseball world shares in their grief as Brett Gardner's legacy lives on.

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