By: Alisa Wei

The Toronto Blue Jays announced their first base coach, Mark Budzinski, would be leaving the team for some time following the death of his daughter – Julia Budzinski.

Budzinski left with manager Charlie Montoyo during the third inning of the second game of the Blue Jays’ doubleheader Saturday against the Rays.

“The Budzinskis have been part of our Blue Jays family over the last four seasons. This devastating loss is felt by our entire organization and we grieve alongside Bud and his family,” Ross Atkins, the Blue Jays’ executive vice president of baseball operations and general manager, said in a statement. “I have known Bud for more than 25 years and have always admired his commitment as a dad and husband first. He is loved and well-respected by our entire clubhouse and holds a special place in all our hearts.”

Mark Budzinski’s daughter, Julia Budzinski, was 17 years old at her time of death. Mark will be away with his wife Monica and two children Josh and Lily.

The Blue Jays and Tampa Bay Rays lined up along the foul lines before first pitch Sunday for a moment of silence. Manager Kevin Cash says the team was heartbroken over their coach’s daughter’s death.

Due to the sorrowful events the Blue Jays closed their clubhouse. The coaches accompanying Budzinski announced he was “dealing with a personal matter.”