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May 14, 2011 11:23am
http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=562783&navid=mod-rr-headlinesThe 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."
gerb131
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May 14, 2011 11:27am
I can't help but think the worst....I hope I'm dead wrong though.
RIP
RIP
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thavoice
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May 14, 2011 11:28am
Did ESPN immediately say "this opens up some playing time for......."
gerb131
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May 14, 2011 11:30am
thavoice;768147 wrote:Did ESPN immediately say "this opens up some playing time for......."
LOL
End of Line
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May 14, 2011 11:37am
He hasn't played since december when he suffered a concussion. I hope it's not concussion related.
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thavoice
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May 14, 2011 11:48am
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 overboardThe_Crosby_Show;768158 wrote:He hasn't played since december when he suffered a concussion. I hope it's not concussion related.
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Sonofanump
May 14, 2011 12:09pm
Speculation is going to either be concussion or suicide until they come out with the report.
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
May 14, 2011 3:07pm
Damn, the Boogeyman. He was really big brawler out there. Sad news for sure.
Laley23
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May 14, 2011 9:53pm
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.
Sykotyk
Posts: 1,155
May 14, 2011 11:01pm
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.
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.
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Gardens35
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May 15, 2011 10:11am
GoPens
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May 20, 2011 9:24pm
Coroner's report says Boogaard died from a combo of alcohol and oxycodone.
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/H/HKN_BOOGAARD_DEATH?SITE=PAPIT&SECTION=SPORTS&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/H/HKN_BOOGAARD_DEATH?SITE=PAPIT&SECTION=SPORTS&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
gerb131
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May 21, 2011 10:10am
GoPens;775375 wrote:Coroner's report says Boogaard died from a combo of alcohol and oxycodone.
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/H/HKN_BOOGAARD_DEATH?SITE=PAPIT&SECTION=SPORTS&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
My worst fears.