The New York Yankees played—and won—on Opening Day with heavy hearts after the death of former Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner's 14-year-old son Miller, who tragically passed away after falling ill on a family vacation in Costa Rica.

Former New York Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner shared a statement on Sunday, March 23, through the Yankees’ social media account announcing the passing of his youngest son, Miller. Current Yankees’ superstar,

The Yankees played their season-opening victory over the Brewers on Thursday with Brett Gardner and his family in mind. Gardner’s 14-year-old son, Miller, died last Friday after falling ill on a family vacation.

The Yankees team captain told reporters after the game that Gardner was like a 'second' dad to several players

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge honored the late son of legend Brett Gardner during the team's Opening Day Thursday. Miller Gardner, 14, was found dead in his hotel room while on vacation ...

Playing right field on Thursday — not centerfield where Gardner roamed for years — Judge turned to the bleacher creatures and offered Brett’s signature move: a flex of both arms toward the fans. It’s something Gardner made iconic in the Bronx and something Judge typically reserves for when he’s in center himself. But this time, it was a tribute.

Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of former Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner, tragically passed away at a resort in Costa Rica during a family vacation, and his loved ones have been mourning ever since. The investigation into the sudden death of Miller Gardner has taken a significant turn as Costa Rican authorities provide fresh updates.