Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion celebrated for his exceptional speed on the base paths, has died at the age of 34, according to Major League Baseball officials. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
Gore’s career was uniquely defined by his speed. The Georgia native played in eight major league seasons, with five spent with the Kansas City Royals, who originally drafted him in 2011 out of Gulf Coast State College in Florida.
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“We are heartbroken from the loss of Terrance Gore, and send our love to his family and loved ones,” the Royals shared in a statement.
He first tasted World Series glory with Kansas City in 2015, though he wasn’t on the team’s roster for the Fall Classic itself, having contributed during the American League Divisional and Championship Series. Gore then added consecutive titles as a member of the 2020 Los Angeles Dodgers and the 2021 Atlanta Braves.
“The Dodgers express their sorrow over the sudden passing of Terrance Gore, a member of our 2020 World Series champions,” the Dodgers said on X. “We send our condolences to his loved ones.”
What made Terrance Gore’s career so unusual? Despite playing in only 112 games and recording 85 plate appearances, Gore amassed an impressive 43 stolen bases on 52 attempts, showcasing his remarkable speed and impact as a pinch-runner.
Gore’s role was highly specialized. Largely utilized as a pinch-runner, he accumulated just 16 hits and one RBI, but excelled at stealing bases, going 43-for-52 in his career. He was a perfect 5-for-5 in stolen base attempts during postseason play.
Remarkably, Gore didn’t register his first MLB hit until 2018, 12 at-bats into his big league journey.
Gore also spent time with the Chicago Cubs and New York Mets, with his last appearance in the majors coming in 2022.
He is survived by his wife and three children, MLB officials stated. The family resides in Florida, where Gore had been working as a trainer and coaching his son’s baseball team.
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