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The Latest: Comedian LeJuan James praises Jose Fernandez (The Associated Press)

MIAMI (AP) -- The Latest on baseball ace Jose Fernandez's death in a boating accident (all times local):

10:15 a.m.

The Miami Marlins are preparing to open a series against the New York Mets without their All-Star pitcher who was killed along with two friends when their 32-foot boat slammed into a jetty off Miami Beach.

The crash happened early Sunday morning. The 24-year-old pitcher was scheduled to start Monday night's game. Instead, he's being mourned by teammates, coaches, family and friends.

The team cancelled its Sunday afternoon game against the Atlanta Braves and the entire team, clad in black Marlins jerseys, attended an emotional news conference.