According to a report, Edmonton Oilers C Colby Cave had died at the age of 25.
Cave’s family released the following statement on Saturday morning.
There are no words. Thoughts are with his family and loved ones. Just so incredibly sad. pic.twitter.com/HUKYuD5PWp
— Ryan Rishaug (@TSNRyanRishaug) April 11, 2020
Cave had recently been placed in a medically induced coma after suffering a brain bleed earlier in the week.
He played in 11 games with the Oilers during the 2019-2020 season, scoring one goal.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Colby. May he rest in peace.