In brief
Authorities have confirmed that Miller Gardner, the young son of former Yankees player Brett Gardner, tragically died from carbon monoxide poisoning while on vacation with his family in Costa Rica last month.
After an investigation, Costa Rican officials revealed that Miller's toxicology report indicated dangerously high levels of carboxyhemoglobin, suggesting severe carbon monoxide presence in his blood. The 14-year-old's saturation level was reported at 64%, far exceeding the 50% threshold considered lethal. Autopsy results confirmed signs of carbon monoxide poisoning on his organs, leading authorities to close the case.The Gardner family was staying in a resort in Manuel Antonio when the tragedy occurred. They reported that several family members fell ill while on vacation, and Miller passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 21. Officials speculated that his room's proximity to machinery could have contributed to potential contamination, but the resort, Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort, declined to comment on the findings.Miller Gardner was remembered as a boy who cherished football, baseball, golf, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. His father, Brett Gardner, dedicated his entire major league career to the New York Yankees from 2008 to 2021, winning a World Series title with the team in 2009. He remains a beloved figure in baseball, having played an integral role for over a decade. Brett and his wife, Jessica, also have another son, Hunter, who is 16 years old.
