Baseball: Cards' rising star Taveras killed in car crash

Baseball: Cards' rising star Taveras killed in car crash

LOS ANGELES - St. Louis Cardinals rookie fielder Oscar Taveras died in an automobile crash in his native Dominican Republic, the US media reported Sunday night. He was 22.

The highly-touted prospect was traveling in a car with his girlfriend, the player's agent Brian Mejia told MLB.com website. Mejia did not provide any detailed information.

"Obviously, we have deep condolences to his family," Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak said. "We are still waiting for more details before issuing a full statement." In 80 games this season, Taveras batted .239 with three home runs and 22 RBI.

Two weeks ago, he hit a home run in the Cardinals' 5-4 win over San Francisco in game two of the National League Championship Series.

His last appearance came in game five on October 16, when he grounded out as a pinch-hitter in the top of the ninth inning. He stayed in the contest to play left field.

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