Justin Miller, Ex-MLB Player From Palm Harbor Found Dead

Justin Miller, 35, a former MLB pitcher who lived in Palm Harbor, was found dead Wednesday evening. 

A spokesperson for the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office told the Tampa Bay Times that an investigation is underway and the cause of death has not been determined.

Miller's body was found around 10:30 p.m. Information about the location where Miller's body was discovered has not been released.

The Times reported that Miller was the founder of Justin Miller's Legacy Baseball/Softball and Personal Training in Clearwater.

"He was gifted at putting things in a language that kids could understand. That was something he was really proud of," his wife, Jessica told the Times.

"I think he'd want the world to know that he always did his best at work and at being a dad," she said. "He always tried."

Miller left behind two sons, Josephs, age 18, and Johnnie, age 7, according to the Times.

Miller was known for his tattoos made his Major League debut with the Blue Jays in 2002, according to MLB.com and also played for the Blue Jays, Marlins, Giants and Dodgers.

He ended his professional career during the 2011 season.

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