How is the baseball world remembering Jesús Montero? Ex-wife Taneth Gimenez leads tributes after his death at 35

Jesús Montero, a former catcher of the New York Yankees and Seattle Mariners, died at the age of 35 following a motorcycle accident in Valencia, Venezuela, and this is grieving the baseball world. On October 4, 2025, Montero was in an accident and went into an induced coma. He died on October 19 because of complications of his injuries.

The death of Jesús Montero has caused a great vacuum in his family, friends, and fans. He was expected to start his career with high expectations after being signed by the Yankees at a very tender age of 16 years. Despite the difficulties in his career in the Major League Baseball, many are reminded of how he was a hard-working player who earned each chance.

The death of Jesús Montero has also caused grief to the local baseball fraternity in Venezuela. He was an example of persistence and passion toward the sport, which many young players had looked up to. The tributes have been associated with social media and the baseball bodies in the United States and Venezuela.

Taneth Gimenez’s emotional tribute to Jesús Montero

The ex-wife of Montero was the Venezuelan fitness model Taneth Gimenez, who posted a touching tribute on Instagram. She shared pictures of Montero with their two children, Loren Alejandro and Jesus Alejandro, using their autistic children as an excuse.

In her post, she wrote, “R.I.P. Jesús Montero… I’ll keep the good memories etched on my soul.” She added prayer emojis and a red heart, showing her sadness and respect.

Gimenez and Montero were separated, and they still brought up their children together. She had said so many times how much he was a good father.

In earlier interviews, she said, “Jesús was always present for our kids. He never forgot that they needed him.”

The two still had a bond due to their love for their children despite their breakup. Her tribute earned her hundreds of comments from fans and friends who came out to give condolences. Her strength and how she paid tribute to the memory of Montero were praised by a lot of people. To the people who had been following their story, her post was a wake-up call that even after the end of relationships, family bonds and memories last.

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Tributes from the baseball community

Montero’s death has prompted messages of sympathy from the Major League Baseball community.

MLB remembered him on social media, saying, “We join the baseball community in mourning the passing of former Major League player Jesús Montero. As a Minor League prospect, Montero appeared in the All-Star Futures game twice before debuting for the New York Yankees in September 2011. He posted a .996 OPS with 4 home runs and 12 RBI in 18 games and helped New York win the AL East Division title. In four seasons with Seattle from 2012-2015, the Venezuelan native hit 24 homers and drove in 92 runs across 208 games as a catcher, first baseman, and designated hitter. Montero was 35 years old.”

The New York Yankees released a statement saying, “The Yankees are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jesús Montero. We send our sincerest condolences to his family and loved ones.”

The Seattle Mariners also shared their condolences, writing that they were “We are deeply saddenned by the passing of our former Mariner Jesús Montero. Our hearts go out to his family, friends and loved ones ”

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Venezuelan fans have since shared old photos and highlights from his early playing days, celebrating his contributions to the sport and his country. His death has brought together players and fans who recall how his journey inspired many young athletes to pursue baseball.

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