Report: Loss Strikes Red Sox Again

Blake Swihart’s adopted brother Romell Jordan has passed away. The Red Sox have formally acknowledged the reports.

Very tough news to pass along. Romell Jordan, the great Cleveland High RB who was a crucial member of Storm’s perfect 2011 season, has died. Apparently this morning, in Hobbs.

— James Yodice (@JamesDYodice) February 27, 2019

Sorry to hear about the loss of former Cleveland high and Lobo running back Romell Jordan.

— Van Tate (@krqesports) February 27, 2019

Prior to today’s split-squad scrimmage spring training games, Red Sox manager Alex Cora canceled media availability and apparently held a meeting with players. Shortly after, David Price tweeted out a message of unity and solidarity with his teammates.

Through triumph, tragedy, and heartbreak this team/organization sticks together!! @redsox #extendedfamily

— David Price (@DAVIDprice24) February 27, 2019

Cora spoke to the media after 10 a.m. and was visibly emotional. The Red Sox announced that there was a family emergency regarding one of the players.

Later, it was reported that Swihart was scratched from his game against the Orioles.

Swihart’s parents took in Jordan after his mother’s passing when he was in high school. His parents obtained legal guardianship of Jordan and Swihart and he looked at each other as brothers.

For u that don't know. My parents took @RomellJordan in as a sophomore in high school. He IS my little brother! Anything will help

— Blake Aubry Swihart (@BLAKESWIHART_1) September 30, 2016

Swihart’s family and friends have already put out tributes to Jordan, who was a running back for the New Mexico Lobos from 2012-2015.

I just want one more day with my dog. Rest In Peace Romell. My brother for LIFE ❤️ pic.twitter.com/qqBKxjVZF2

— Wayne Jetski (@John_Bastian) February 27, 2019