Former Royals Pitcher Passes Away at 34

Terrance Gore, a former pitcher known for his remarkable speed, passed away on February 6 at the age of 34. His death was announced by the Kansas City Royals, who reported that he succumbed to complications following routine surgery. Gore is survived by his wife, Britney, and their three children.

Speed and Impact in Major League Baseball

Gore made his mark in Major League Baseball by utilizing his exceptional speed. He enjoyed an eight-season career and is best remembered for his contributions to the 2015 World Series-winning Kansas City Royals. Remarkably, he achieved this honor without recording a major league hit until his fifth season in 2018.

Career Highlights

• World Series Champion with the Kansas City Royals in 2015.
• Recorded his first major league hit in 2018 with the Chicago Cubs off future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer.
• Maintained an impressive record of 17-for-17 in stolen bases at the start of his career.
• In 2019, he batted .275 with 14 hits and stole 13 bases in 18 attempts.

Gore’s notable speed was further highlighted during his debut, where he stole a base and scored a walk-off run. He was notably clocked at 4.29 seconds in the 40-yard dash, making him a valuable asset for the Royals, particularly during their successful seasons. He played key roles alongside other players known for their speed and defense, such as Lorenzo Cain and Jarrod Dyson, helping the team to counter larger market clubs.

Legacy and Personal Life

After his time with the Royals, Gore played for several teams, including the Dodgers, Braves, and Mets. He achieved postseason success once more while with the Atlanta Braves in 2021, underlining his team spirit by including injured teammate Charlie Morton in the celebratory moments via video call.

Born in Macon, Georgia, Gore was raised in the nearby town of Gray. He played college baseball at Gulf Coast State College before being drafted in the 20th round by the Royals in 2011. Post-retirement, he settled in Panama City, Florida, where he worked as a speed and baseball trainer.

Despite retiring without a major league home run and having just one run batted in, Terrance Gore left a lasting impact on baseball through his exceptional speed and infectious personality. His journey epitomized how talent can shine, even without traditional measures of success in the sport.