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ESPN.com news services reported that traffic authorities say Marte's car hit a house along a road between San Francisco de Macoris and Pimentel.

Cleveland and Arizona, two of Marte's former teams, expressed their condolences on Twitter:

Sad to learn of Andy Marte's death this morning. He was a genuine person who always greeted you with a warm smile. RIP. https://t.co/VoIWgLpqcr

We are deeply saddened to hear that former D-back Andy Marte has passed away. Our thoughts are with his loved ones. https://t.co/1rnQcUqq0A

The infielder, who largely played first and third base, was considered one of the brightest young prospects in the game, according to JJ Cooper of Baseball America. While in the Atlanta Braves' system from 2002 to 2005, Baseball America considered him a top-15 prospect three times. He peaked at No. 9, per Lara-Cinisomo.

While he never emerged as a star, he played in parts of seven MLB seasons, hitting .218 with 21 home runs and 99 RBI in 308 games. He played the majority of his career with Cleveland (2006-2010).

His former manager, Manny Acta, honored him on Twitter:

So sad, without a doubt Andy Marte was one of the nicest human being to ever put a baseball uniform on. RIP #Indians #Aguilas

Former MLB pitcher and Marte's teammate Dontrelle Willis also remembered him fondly:

I'm sad to hear my ex teammate Andy marte passed away this morning. He was a great teammate and a great person to be around. #RIPAndyMarte

Marte will be remembered for more than just his play on the diamond, as Anthony Castrovince of Sports on Earth noted:

Awful. Legitimately one of the nicest players I covered. RIP, Andy Marte. https://t.co/RsYjIUDJ4p

He was playing for Las Aguilas Cibaena this winter, as the team was in the midst of a run through the Dominican League playoffs.

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