‘Our Hearts Are Heavy Today’: MLB Team Announces 20-Year-Old Prospect Has Died After Battle with Cancer
A 20-year-old pitcher in the minor league organization of the Baltimore Orioles has died due to cancer. The team announced the death of Luis Andrés Ortiz Soriano on Sunday, according to MLB. “Our hearts are heavy today…
A 20-year-old pitcher in the minor league organization of the Baltimore Orioles has died due to cancer.
The team announced the Death of Luis Andrés Ortiz Soriano on Sunday, according to MLB.
“Our hearts are heavy today as we mourn the passing of Minor League pitcher Luis Andrés Ortiz Soriano,” the team said in a statement.
“We will miss his passion and love for the game of baseball, and we extend our deepest condolences to his family.”
The statement praised Soriano in his battle against the disease.
“Luis was an inspiration to all who knew him, especially as he courageously battled cancer. We hope that the cherished and treasured memories of Luis will be a comfort for his family and friends during this devastating time,” the statement said.
Manager Brandon Hyde offered his condolences to the family.