Victor Sanchez was near the Playa Medina on February 14 when he was hit . The boat 's propeller struck him in the head , causing multiple brain injuries . He was taken to hospital for surgery then placed in an induced coma . Was then transferred to a ward in Playa Medina , but failed to recover . Talented player signed for the MLB franchise when he was just 16 . Tragic incident took place just days before he was due to report for training .
Victor Sanchez was near the Playa Medina on February 14 when he was hit . The boat 's propeller struck him in the head , causing multiple brain injuries . He was taken to hospital for surgery then placed in an induced coma . Was then transferred to a ward in Caracas , but failed to recover . Talented player signed for the MLB franchise when he was just 16 . Tragic incident took place just days before he was due to report for training .