NHL Fans Mourn Colby Cave's Death on Social Media
04/12/2020 03:26 pm EDT
When news surfaced that Cave had passed away on Saturday morning, NHL fans reacted in a number of ways. Many posted videos on social media while others told stories. However, one fan didn't use words to show support. They headed down to the arena where the Oilers play and left flowers.
There were many fans on social media that reminisced about Cave following his death. Fellow players, however, had a different viewpoint. There were several that remembered facing off against the young forward during his career. Many players weighed in and talked about the way Cave tried to help the Bruins and the Oilers secure victories on the ice.
Cave was called an awesome person by many fans due to the way in which he conducted himself during breaks in the action. These fans highlighted specific interactions with him, which included watching the late NHL player give away signed hockey sticks to young fans. Others simply mentioned that Cave was willing to talk to anybody when given the chance.
"You were such an amazing man on and off the ice. My condolences to Colby Cave's family. You left us way too soon. Fly high, angel," another person wrote in response to the news. There were several NHL fans that were heartbroken after seeing the news about Cave, but they also recognized that his family was in even more pain. They wanted to make sure that they showed support for his wife, Emily, and the other loved ones.
The NHL released a statement on Saturday morning that reflected upon Cave's impact on the league and his passing. Now fans are hoping that further steps will be taken. They want the league to honor his memory with a bold gesture and are trying to draw attention to one specific request with a petition. The creator started the campaign in hopes of getting 1,000 signatures and had nearly 800 in one hour.
"Oh man that Colby Cave story is unbelievable, so sad," one person wrote after reading the news. Cave's death on Saturday was heartbreaking for his family, as well as many fans. However, there was a medical professional that knew how awful this situation was. They explained the difficulty of telling loved ones about brain bleeds.
There have been many comments about 2020 and the sheer number of tragic events in only three months. There have been many stunning deaths, a global pandemic, and many other serious issues. There have been countless heartbreaking moments, but they have also made some people reassess their own lives. They are now focusing on their loved ones and avoiding grudges.
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