Stunning news out of Los Angeles this morning. 22-yr old Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart was killed shortly after Midnight earlier today in a felony hit and run accident.Adenhart, who had thrown six shutout innings in his star against the Oakland A's Wednesday night, was traveling with three other passengers in Fullerton, CA. A red minivan ran a red light and smashed into the silver van that Adenhart was a passenger in. In addition to Adenhart, another passenger was killed at the scene, while a third victim was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.
Anyone with information on the accident should contact the local authorities.
We send our condolences to the friends and family of Nick Adenhart. This is a true tragedy.
photo courtesy of LA Times
UPDATE - 1:05 pm EDT
It appears now that two of the other victims killed were in a third car, not in the same car as Adenhart.
Adenhart's family released the following statement:
"Nick's family expresses sincere gratitude for all the help the Angels have provided. He lived his dream and was blessed to be part of an organization comprised of such warm, caring, and compassionate people. The Angels were his extended family. Thanks to all of Nick's loyal supporters and fans throughout his career. He will always be in everyone's hearts forever."
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