Former Dodgers World Series Champion Terrance Gore Dies at 34

The speedy baserunner was a key part of the Dodgers' 2020 championship team.

Feb. 7, 2026 at 2:47pm

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Terrance Gore, a former Los Angeles Dodgers player who was a member of the team's 2020 World Series championship squad, has died at the age of 34. The circumstances of his death were not immediately disclosed by Major League Baseball.

Why it matters

Gore was known for his blazing speed and ability to impact games as a baserunner, despite having limited regular-season plate appearances over his five-year MLB career. His unique skill set and contributions to multiple championship teams made him a fan favorite.

The details

Gore played for three seasons with the Kansas City Royals, and single seasons with the Chicago Cubs, the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets. He won championships with the Royals, the Dodgers and the Braves. Despite having just 85 regular-season plate appearances through 112 games, Gore racked up 23 stolen bases in the regular season and four more in the playoffs.

  • Terrance Gore died on February 7, 2026.

The players

Terrance Gore

A former Major League Baseball player who was a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers' 2020 World Series championship team.

Dayton Moore

The former general manager of the Kansas City Royals, who praised Gore's ability to impact games with his speed and fearlessness.

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What they’re saying

“There have been very few players who can take over a baseball game. That's exactly what he did. He became a fan favorite. He was beloved by his teammates. And he was just fearless and impactful on the bases but also off the field.”

— Dayton Moore, Former Kansas City Royals General Manager (Patch)

The takeaway

Terrance Gore's unique skill set and contributions to multiple championship teams, despite limited regular-season playing time, made him a beloved figure in baseball and a testament to the impact that specialized players can have on the game.