Garrett Anderson’s cause of death: The former MLB player was 53 years old

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We have some tragic news to report from the world of sports today.

Garrett Anderson – the MLB legend who spent the bulk of his career with the Los Angeles Angels – has died.

News of his death comes courtesy of a report from his former team.

“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Angels Hall of Famer Garret Anderson,” the Angels wrote in an X post on Friday.

“Garrett will forever hold a special place in the hearts of Angels fans for his professionalism, class and loyalty throughout his career and beyond. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the entire Anderson family.”

Anderson won a World Series with the Angels in 2002.

His 2,368 hits made him the team’s all-time leader.

Anderson went on to play for the Braves and Dodgers, but was inducted into the Angels Hall of Fame in 2016.

On X (formerly Twitter), thousands of tributes poured in from friends, teammates and a legion of fans:

“I have truly enjoyed getting to know GA over the years and it is heartbreaking to hear and love and prayers to the entire Anderson family,” one user wrote.

Another added: “Man, this hurts. Angels legend and I hope and pray for his family. Life is so precious and you never know when your number will be called.”

“Anderson is the Angels franchise leader in games, hits, runs, RBIs and more. A good man who was respected by everyone. He is suspected of having a heart attack,” said baseball journalist John Heyman.

The cause of death has not been revealed, with reports stating only that Anderson suffered some type of “medical emergency.”

However, Heyman is not the first to suggest that Jarrett may have had a heart attack.

Our thoughts are with his loved ones during this very difficult time.