Greg Halman, an up-and-coming Seattle Mariner’s outfielder, was stabbed to death on Nov. 21 at age 24. Halman was in Rotterdam, Netherlands when he was stabbed early Monday morning.
Halman’s 22 year old brother is being questioned about the murder.
A statement has been released by Michel Weiner, executive director of Major League Baseball Players Association:
“We are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic death of Greg Halman. Greg was passionate about the game of baseball and generously gave of himself to share his passion with others in an attempt to help grow the sport’s popularity across Europe. He will be sorely missed. … Our thoughts and prayers go out to Greg’s family, his teammates, the Mariners organization and his many friends and fans throughout Europe and America.”Â
Angels outfielder Vernon Wells has called Halman’s death “A tragic ending to a short life.”
