Sunday morning brought the news of Miami Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez‘s death in a boating accident.

While the news came as a shock to everyone, those who knew the 24-year-old were especially saddened. That held true for ESPN analyst Eduardo Perez, who has provided color commentary for the Marlins on Fox Sports Florida this season. 

Perez appeared on SportsCenter and gave a tribute to Fernandez:

Rest in peace, Jose.

[ESPN]

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