NHL player Derek Boogaard dead at 28

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May 14, 2011 11:23 AM
The New York Rangers are very saddened to announce the passing of Derek Boogaard.

"Derek was an extremely kind and caring individual," said New York Rangers President and General Manager Glen Sather. "He was a very thoughtful person, who will be dearly missed by all those who knew him. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family, friends and teammates during this difficult time."
http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=562783&navid=mod-rr-headlines
May 14, 2011 11:23am
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May 14, 2011 11:27 AM
I can't help but think the worst....I hope I'm dead wrong though.
RIP
May 14, 2011 11:27am
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May 14, 2011 11:28 AM
Did ESPN immediately say "this opens up some playing time for......."
May 14, 2011 11:28am
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May 14, 2011 11:30 AM
thavoice;768147 wrote:Did ESPN immediately say "this opens up some playing time for......."

LOL
May 14, 2011 11:30am
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May 14, 2011 11:37 AM
He hasn't played since december when he suffered a concussion. I hope it's not concussion related.
May 14, 2011 11:37am
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May 14, 2011 11:48 AM
The_Crosby_Show;768158 wrote:He hasn't played since december when he suffered a concussion. I hope it's not concussion related.
Agreed, If it is concussion related that could send ripples through the league with new rules and regulations, and you know when that happens they typically go a little overboard
May 14, 2011 11:48am
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May 14, 2011 12:09 PM
Speculation is going to either be concussion or suicide until they come out with the report.
May 14, 2011 12:09pm
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May 14, 2011 3:07 PM
Damn, the Boogeyman. He was really big brawler out there. Sad news for sure.
May 14, 2011 3:07pm
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May 14, 2011 9:53 PM
thavoice;768164 wrote:Agreed, If it is concussion related that could send ripples through the league with new rules and regulations, and you know when that happens they typically go a little overboard

Not just the NHL. Every league will be on high alert and start cracking down.
May 14, 2011 9:53pm
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May 14, 2011 11:01 PM
And even if it were suicide, somebody will blame brain trauma as the reason for it.

I hope for all involved, it was some sort of genetic defect or rare condition that wasn't caught. If it was any physical action, it hurts him, his family, other players, league, fans, etc.
May 14, 2011 11:01pm