Three-time World Series champion Terrence Gore died from complications after a routine surgery, his heartbroken wife Britney has announced.
Gore – a dynamic baserunner for the likes of the Dodgers, Mets and Royals – was just 34 when he passed away, in news that has left Major League Baseball reeling.
According to USA Today, his wife Britney revealed on Saturday that unexpected complications occurred after a surgery, but no further details have been given at this point.
Gore is survived by his wife Britney and three children – Zane, Skylyn and Camden – who he regularly posted about on his social media accounts.
The family live in Panama City, Florida, where Gore was working as a speed and baseball trainer while coaching his son’s baseball team, per MLB.com.
The outfielder played eight years in the major leagues with multiple teams, earning a World Series ring with three different franchises: the Royals in 2015, the Dodgers in 2020 and the Braves in 2021.
Terrance Gore, a three-time World Series champion, has died unexpectedly at the age of 34
Gore is pictured with his wife Britney and their son Zane after watching him play flag football
He last played for the Mets in 2022 before being removed from the roster and electing free agency.
Gore began his MLB career with the Kansas City Royals, who selected him in the 20th round of the 2011 MLB Draft out of Gulf Coast State College.
He went on to help Kansas City reach multiple World Series championships, ultimately helping the team snap a 30-year title drought in 2015.
Following seven years with the Royals, Gore went on to enjoy stints with the Chicago Cubs, Dodgers, Atlanta Braves and the Mets.
Known for his quick pace, Gore retired in 2022 with a .216 batting average and 43 stolen bases in 112 MLB games.
In his retirement, Gore reportedly became the co-owner of a hitting facility in Panama City, Florida, where he ran day-to-day operations since September 2024.
Gore began his MLB career with the Kansas City Royals, who selected him in the 2011 draft
The Georgia native is survived by his wife, Britney, and their three children
Major League Baseball led the tributes to the Georgia native with a heartfelt statement on social media.
‘We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Terrance Gore,’ the league’s official X account shared.
‘A member of the back-to-back AL champion and 2015 World Series champion Kansas City Royals, Gore played eight Major League seasons in all from 2014-2022. He also appeared for the Cubs, Dodgers, Braves, and Mets.
‘The speedy outfielder and pinch-running specialist stole 43 bases in his regular season career while only being caught nine times. He was 5-for-6 in Postseason stolen base attempts and stole 324 bases in 11 Minor League seasons.’
He helped the Royals end their 30-year championship drought with a World Series win in 2015
‘We are heartbroken from the loss of Terrance Gore, and send our love to his family and loved ones,’ the Royals wrote.
The Omaha Storm Chasers – the Royals’ Triple-A affiliate – also remembered Gore with their own touching message.
‘We join the Gore family and the world of baseball in mourning the passing of Terrance Gore,’ The Storm Chasers wrote.
‘Known for his great speed but even more so for his kindness and joyful smile, Terrance will be remembered as a tremendous teammate and a dedicated family man.’
