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• Terrance Gore, a former MLB player known as one of the fastest in baseball, has died at age 34
• "We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Terrance Gore," the MLB said in a statement
  
• The late athlete is survived by his wife, Britney Helms, and the couple's three children: Zane, Skylyn and Camden
  

Terrance Gore, a former MLB player known as one of the fastest in baseball, has died. He was 34.

“We are heartbroken from the loss of Terrance Gore, and send our love to his family and loved ones,” the Kansas City Royals said in a social media statement. (Gore played two different stints with the team throughout his eight-year career.)

The late athlete’s wife, Britney Helms, said in a social media post that Gore died from complications following a routine surgical procedure, USA Today and Sports Illustrated reported.

In addition to his wife, Terrance is survived by the couple's three children: Zane, Skylyn and Camden.

We are heartbroken from the loss of Terrance Gore, and send our love to his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/qgZFkHRFSx

— Kansas City Royals (@Royals) February 7, 2026

Gore made his MLB debut with the Royals in 2014.

He played a major role in helping the team reach two consecutive World Series — including what became their first championship win in 30 years.

Gore spent five seasons with the Royals across two stints, and he also played for the Chicago Cubs, the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Mets.

The MLB remembered Gore with a statement shared on X, writing, "We are shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Terrance Gore."

The Omaha Chasers, a Triple-A affiliate of the Royals, added in its own statement, “We join the Gore family and the world of baseball in mourning the passing of Terrance Gore."

"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," the group continued.

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Gore made his final major league appearance with the Mets during the 2022 season. He played in 10 games, including the National League Wild Card Series against the San Diego Padres. 

The late athlete recorded 16 hits and one RBI throughout his career, and he stole 48 bases in 58 tries and scored 36 runs.

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