Former minor league baseball player Matt Kimbrel has passed away at 36 years old following a high speed motorcycle collision in Alabama.
The fatal crash occurred at approximately 8 a.m. Saturday when his motorbike collided with a dump truck on the highway.
Emergency medical personnel attended the scene before he was transported to a local hospital where he later died from his injuries.
Describing the tragic circumstances surrounding the high speed collision, local news broadcasters detailed how the motorcycle crash unfolded near the highway exit.
The rider “couldn’t slow down in time and slammed into the back of the truck” as the heavy vehicle was exiting Highway 432 in Huntsville, reported WCTV.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that a formal investigation remains active into the deadly crash involving the former minor league athlete.
Despite the ongoing review by crash reconstruction investigators, police officials stated that no criminal charges are expected to be filed.
The deceased athlete was a talented pitcher who was drafted by the Atlanta Braves and spent time competing in the minor leagues.
He was the younger brother of veteran Major League Baseball relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel, who is currently 38 years old.
This sudden tragedy for the family comes just one month after Craig Kimbrel signed a professional contract with the Kansas City Royals.
Joining the Kansas City Royals marked the 12th Major League Baseball organization that the experienced relief pitcher has joined during his career.
Earlier during the current regular season, the elder Kimbrel pitched in 14 games while playing for the New York Mets.
Beyond his athletic accomplishments within professional baseball, Matt Kimbrel was deeply devoted to his personal life and family commitments.
He leaves behind his wife-to-be, Genevieve, along with his grieving family members, friends, and former teammates across the sports community.