R.I.P. Yordano Ventura

[Evil Yoda]

Fiery Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura has died at 25, according to team and representation sources, in a traffic accident in the Dominican Republic. Orioles fans probably remember him as the pitcher involved in a dustup with Manny Machado after Ventura hit Machado with a pitch.

Rest in peace, and condolences to his friends, family, and the Royals organization.

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[mmmbeer]

I don't know if this is true, but the Royals GM said he was not wearing a seat belt. What a shame. I don't know any details so it may not have mattered, but it is so statistically preferable to strap in.