The Astros on Monday announced that pitching prospect Jose Rosario died from injuries suffered in a motorcyle accident Sunday in his native Dominican Republic. He was 20.
Here are the comments of Oz Ocampo, director of the Astros' international program:
 
Astros prospect Jose Rosario, age 20, dies in motorcycle accident
 
"Jose was a beloved member of the Astros Latin American program. He will be remembered as a long, lanky-framed pitcher with tremendous ability, an outgoing personality and an ever-positive disposition. He was a true student of the game and was constantly looking to learn and improve his abilities. He was also a supportive teammate, as he made it a point to encourage his fellow Astros and deliver that message with a smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Rosario family."
Signed in 2013, Rosario pitched two seasons in the Astros' system, both at the rookie-league level. He would have turned 21 on Feb. 15.
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