A MLB team is in shock after one of its players suddenly dies at the young age of 24

Very sad news for the Oakland Athletics, as the team announced Casey Thomas, a player in the team's minor league system, mysteriously passed away..

The A's made this announcement via Twitter:

Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Casey Thomas, who recently passed away. pic.twitter.com/qnrjKpW5PQ

— Oakland A's ???? (@Athletics) May 2, 2017

They also released a statement:

Oh, no, this is heartbreaking, A's 2016 draft pick Casey Thomas dies suddenly, aged just 24: pic.twitter.com/tW4ONQA5is

— Susan Slusser (@susanslusser) May 2, 2017