The Tampa Bay Rays have announced that bullpen catcher Jean Ramirez has passed away at 28.

No further details were provided.

"Jean was an incredible teammate and friend," Kevin Cash said in a statement. "He brought so much passion and energy each day to our clubhouse and bullpen, and his love for the Rays and baseball was evident to all who interacted with him. He had the biggest heart and most infectious smile. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Jean will be deeply missed."

A native of Puerto Rico, Ramirez was a 28th-round pick of the Rays in the 2016 draft and spent three seasons in the team's Minor League system.