Miami Marlins ace Jose Fernandez has died after a boating accident, the franchise confirmed early Sunday.

Fernandez was 24.

Sickening news: Source confirms that #Marlins' Jose Fernandez was killed in boating accident. Statement coming from club shortly. — Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) September 25, 2016

The news that's been discussed all morning is true. Marlins star Jose Fernandez died in a boating accident this morning. @WPLGLocal10. — Will Manso (@WillManso) September 25, 2016

According to CBS Miami, police received a call at 3 a.m. local time about a possibility boating accident. Authorities later found a 30-foot boat overturned in water after crashing into rocks off Miami Beach. Three people were found dead, including Fernandez. Others have not been identified.

The Marlins have canceled today's game against the Atlanta Braves.

The franchise's official statement: "The Miami Marlins organization is devastated by the tragic loss of Jose Fernandez."

Fernandez, who defected from Cuba in 2005, held a 16-8 record with a 2.86 ERA this season in 29 starts.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Marlins organization.