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Minor league hockey player Orca Wiesblatt died in a car accident in Canada over the weekend, his agency and former team confirmed Monday. He was 25.

O2K Sports Management released a statement confirming Wiesblatt’s death.

“With heavy hearts, we mourn and share the sad news that Orca Wiesblatt has tragically passed away. Orca was an incredible person both on and off the ice. He brought his passion for the game of hockey along with kindness, humility, and his love for family everywhere he went,” the statement read.

“Along with his siblings, Orca helped raise awareness for the deaf community and highlighted the importance of learning and using American Sign Language. Orca will be deeply missed by everyone at O2K, and our thoughts are with the Wi

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