What was Pedro Gomez's net worth? ESPN's famed MLB journalist who reported Barry Bonds' steroid use dead at 58

What was Pedro Gomez's net worth? ESPN's famed MLB journalist who reported Barry Bonds' steroid use dead at 58
Pedro Gomez speaks with Ryan Braun of the Milwaukee Brewers (Getty Images)

It was devastating news on Sunday as longtime ESPN reporter, Pedro Gomez, died aged 58 at his home. The death was unexpected, said the family. Gomez was known for his baseball reporting on ESPN's platform for almost two decades. Following the news of his passing, the Gomez family in a statement to ESPN said: "He was a Dad, loving husband, loyal friend, coach and mentor. He was our everything and his kids’ biggest believer."

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Speaking about his demise, ESPN chairman James Pitaro said the company was "shocked and saddened" by the news in his statement. "Pedro was an elite journalist at the highest level and his professional accomplishments are universally recognized," Pitaro said. "More importantly, Pedro was a kind, dear friend to us all. Our hearts are with Pedro’s family and all who love him at this extraordinarily difficult time."