Toronto Blue Jays Coach Mark Budzinski Takes Leave Amidst his Daughter’s Death!

Toronto Blue Jays Coach Mark Budzinski Takes Leave Amidst his Daughter’s Death!
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  • Toronto Blue Jays Coach Mark Budzinski faces the sudden tragedy of the loss of his daughter in a tubing accident.
  • He is taking leave to mourn the demise of his 17-year-old daughter in July 2022.
  • What’s terrific than losing your child at such a young age?
  • Learn what’s going on in Mark Budzinski’s family life.

Mark Budzinski, 48 has his whole earth falling apart! Never had he thought he would lose his eldest child in a boating accident.

Julia Budzinski left her father Mark Budzinski all in tears

The 17-year-old high school student at Glen Allen High School in Virginia met with a boating accident in the James River near Glen Allen, Virginia.

Mark Budzinski
Mark Budzinski’s daughter dies and he is mourning (source: Today)

Mark Joseph Budzinski, an American former Major League Baseball outfielder is all in tears after his daughter only left her memories behind. With a heavy heart, the father is praying for his daughter to Rest in paradise.

The Cincinnati Reds baseballer turned into the first base coach for the Toronto Blue Jays, Mark Budzinski is on a leave to mourn over the sudden tragedy. He is holding all he has to support his family and overcome this tough period.

Who was Julia Budzinski?

Julia Budzinski, who played varsity soccer and varsity volleyball at the school, was following in her father’s footsteps but not anymore.

The late vice president of the Glen Allen National Honor Society was bidden the final goodbye with the Virgil by Glen Allen High School. Principal Reginald Davenport grieved over the unfortunate incident and even consoled their family in his Tweet saying,

“It’s with a heavy heart to announce that the GAHS family is dealing with the loss of life of a student — Julia Budzinski. We will come together to celebrate the life of Julia Budzinski.”

How did Toronto Blue Jays respond to the death news of the daughter of Mark Budzinski?

The Toronto Blue Jays have had its first base coach, Mark Budzinski who abruptly left Saturday’s (July 2, 2022) game.

Mark Budzinski
Toronto Blue Jays moment of silence for Julia Budzinski (source: Today)

Mark Budzinski with a piece of tragic news had walked out along with team manager Charlie Montoyo during the third inning against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Eventually, the statement was released, which read,

“As many of you are aware, Mark Budzinski left early in the game tonight. He is dealing with a personal matter and Charlie and our coaches are with him. Out of consideration for Bud, we ask that you please respect his privacy at this time.” 

The next day news about the tragic and untimely death of the oldest daughter of Mark Budzinski in a tubing accident on the James River in Richmond, Virginia broke out.

Not only that they gave sympathy and condolences saying,

“The Budzinskis have been part of our Blue Jays family over the last four seasons. This devastating loss is felt by our entire organization and we grieve alongside Bud and his family.”

Further, Ross Atkins, the Blue Jays’ general manager and executive vice president of baseball confronted,

“I have known Bud for more than 25 years and have always admired his commitment as a dad and husband first. He is loved and well-respected by our entire clubhouse and holds a special place in all our hearts.”

Julia Budzinski
Glen Allen High School mourns over the death news of Mark Budzinski’s daughter Julia Budzinski (source: ABTC)

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What about the security procedure necessary for boating?

Despite applying the necessary security procedures, Julia Budzinski was killed. She fell from her tube directly into the river while there were efforts to save her.

According to the Department of Wildlife Resources, there was a rescue boat en route to get her and her friends. Unfortunately, it hit a wave, which caused the boat to be pushed on top of her, the propeller striking her.

Julia Budzinski was then immediately taken to the hospital, and thus pronounced dead. Mark Budzinski is not okay after he lost his firstborn at 17.

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