Jose Fernandez dies in boating crash off Miami Beach on September 25, 2016
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Last updated Sep 25, 2026
Jose Fernandez, a star pitcher for the Miami Marlins, died in a boating accident on September 25, 2016. The crash occurred when Fernandez's boat struck a rock jetty off Miami Beach at a high speed. A subsequent investigation revealed that he was found to be under the influence of alcohol and cocaine at the time of the incident. All three individuals on board perished from blunt force impact and drowning. Fernandez's death marked a significant loss for Major League Baseball, as he was celebrated as one of its standout players.
- •Fernandez was 24 years old at the time of his death.
- •The U.S. Coast Guard found the overturned boat shortly after the crash.
- •A lawsuit was settled in 2018 regarding negligence claims against Fernandez's estate.
- •Teams across MLB held tributes, including moments of silence and jersey displays.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Jose Fernandez's death, explained: What to know about 2016 boat crash that killed Marlins pitcher
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