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Sports World Reacts to Jose Fernandez's Death in Boating Accident

Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez was one of three people declared dead Sunday after a boating accident.

He was 24.

"The Miami Marlins organization is devastated by the tragic loss of Jose Fernandez," a team statement said. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very difficult time."

Sunday's game against the Atlanta Braves, which Fernandez was supposed to pitch, has been canceled.

"All of baseball is shocked and saddened by the sudden passing of Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez," Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said in a statement.