Arizona Diamondbacks scout Johan Maya died Thursday morning as a result of COVID-19 complications, the team announced.
He was 40-years-old.
Maya, who was based out of the Dominican Republic, joined the Diamondbacks in 2019 after 15 years scouting for the Houston Astros.
The club said in a statement, in part, that "Johan was a great person, a family guy and true baseball man...Our deepest sympathies go out to his wife, Edulig, and children...His loyal friendship will truly be missed."
According to the Arizona Central, Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen said Thursday Maya's health declined quickly in a matter of days.