Brother of Former Braves Pitcher Craig Kimbrel Dies in Motorcycle Crash
Matt Kimbrel, the brother of former Braves pitcher Craig Kimbrel, was killed in a motorcycle crash with a dump truck in Huntsville, Alabama.
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, September 19, 2026 —
Matt Kimbrel, brother of former Major League Baseball pitcher Craig Kimbrel, died Tuesday in a motorcycle accident in Huntsville, Alabama.
The incident occurred when Mr. Kimbrel’s motorcycle collided with a dump truck. The exact location and time of the crash were not immediately available.
Authorities in Huntsville, Alabama, are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. The names of the dump truck driver and any potential witnesses have not been publicly released.
Further details regarding the cause of the crash, including any contributing factors or specific traffic conditions at the time of the incident, are pending the outcome of the official investigation. Information about funeral arrangements was also not immediately provided.
Craig Kimbrel, a seven-time All-Star, previously pitched for the Atlanta Braves from 2013 to 2017. He is currently a free agent.
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