Terrance Gore, a former Major League Baseball player best known for his electrifying speed and for being part of three World Series championship teams, has tragically passed away. He was only 34 years old, and the shock of this loss is already rippling through the baseball world and far beyond it. The devastating news was confirmed to multiple outlets on Saturday by family friend Chad Funderburk, who also worked closely with Gore through his baseball academy. According to Funderburk, Terrance died on Friday night. Related: Jeffrey Epstein Was About To Cooperate JUST Before His Death! Later on Saturday, Gore's wife Britney shared on social media that his death was unexpected and followed what was supposed to be a routine surgical procedure. Whoa... No other details have thus far been released. Terrance was known to fans for his game-changing speed, but those who truly knew him say that barely scratched the surface of who he was. Funderburk made it clear that beyond the stats and highlights, Gore was someone who gave deeply, especially to young athletes who looked up to him: "Just a giving, giving man to so many youth ... That's just who Terrance was." Born and raised in Georgia, Gore was drafted by the Kansas City Royals in 2011. He went on to carve out a unique role in pro ball, spending parts of eight seasons with the Royals, Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets. His career batting average sat at .216, but that number never told the full story with Terrance. Over 112 regular-season games, he scored 33 runs and stole an impressive 43 bases in just 52 attempts, often changing the momentum of entire games in seconds. The Royals organization, where Gore made his big league debut in 2014, released a heartfelt statement through general manager JJ Picollo that captured just how much he meant to the team and the sport: "Terrance was an unforgettable part of our organization with a unique talent that catapulted him to some of the biggest moments in Royals history. While his speed and athleticism were what most people immediately noticed, those of us who had the opportunity to know him also remember his energy, his humility, and the impact he made in big moments on the game's biggest stage." Gore was primarily used as a pinch runner and defensive replacement, and he was arguably one of the most feared late-inning weapons in the league. In fact, he stole 23 bases before even recording his first career hit, which didn't come until September 2018 while playing for the Cubs. That alone tells you how specialized and extraordinary his skill set was. Related: Lil Jon Mourns The Loss Of His Son Former Mets manager Buck Showalter once summed it up perfectly to ESPN: "If the score was tied and you got him into the game to run, it was like the game was over." Gore appeared in postseason games for multiple championship teams, including the Royals' 2015 title run, the Dodgers' 2020 World Series win, and the Braves' championship season in 2021. Former Royals executive Dayton Moore spoke about the lasting impact Gore had on teammates and aspiring players across the country: "Terrance brought a high level of excitement and anticipation to the game. He was unstoppable as a base stealer, and he inspired athletes throughout our country to pursue baseball. He was loved and respected by his very special teammates, who will continue to love his family during this time of sadness." Just awful. A life gone far too soon, and a reminder that behind every stat line is a human being who mattered deeply to so many. Our hearts are with Terrance Gore's family, friends, and everyone mourning this unimaginable loss. [Image via YouTube] The post Former MLB Star, 3-Time World Series Champion Terrance Gore Dead At Just 34 -- Details Here appeared first on Perez Hilton.