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(KANSAS CITY, MO) – Former Kansas City Royals outfielder Terrance Gore died on Friday from complications following a medical procedure, according to multiple reports.
He was 34.
He appeared in parts of eight MLB seasons from 2014 through 2022 – appearing in 112 games but stepped to the plate only 85 ties. He did steal 43 bases during his career, and became notorious for his inclusion on post-season rosters due to his base-running abilities.
He was a member of the Braves World Series-winning team in 2021, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 2020 World Series championship squad, as well as the Kansas City Royals 2015 World Series championship team and the 2014 Royals team that reached the World Series.
He also appeared in the post-season with the Chicago Cubs and New York Mets.
Gore began his Major League Baseball career with the Royals. He was selected in the 20th round of the 2011 MLB Draft out of Gulf Coast State College.
In 2014, Gore made his MLB debut with the Royals. He was instrumental in helping the Royals reach consecutive World Series. Known for his elite speed, Gore was often inserted in late-game situations to steal a base.
His heroics were important in helping the Royals snap a 30-year title drought in 2015.