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Stephen Peat, a former Washington Capitals forward, has passed away at only 44 years old

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Tom Banks
September 12, 2024  (12:52)
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Former Washington Capitals forward Stephen Peat.
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The hockey world has dealt with plenty of tragedy in recent times, and now another former NHLer has passed, this time in the form of a former Capitals forward.

The NHL world has been grieving for much of the past two weeks, and on Thursday, it was announced that another former player has passed, with 44-year old Stephen Peat reportedly passing away. Peat was drafted by the Anaheim Mighty Ducks way back in 1998 in the second round, but it's with Washington that he would make his NHL debut after spending seven seasons in the WHL with Red Deer, the Tri-City Americans and the Calgary Hitmen.

Peat would play in 130 games for Washington over his career, and while he would tally just 2 goals and 10 points, he was a beloved figure by his teammates, with the NHL Alumni posting this about his passing;

"The NHL Alumni Association is heartbroken to learn that Stephen Peat has passed away from his injuries after a tragic accident just over two weeks ago. He was only 44 years old.

In the wake of this tragic accident, Stephen will be helping to save numerous lives through organ donation.

We send our deepest condolences to Stephen's family, friends, and former teammates during this difficult time." The NHL Alumni said.

Peat was drafted in the second round in 1998 by the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim (now Anaheim Ducks), but never suited up for them and was dealt to the Washington Capitals just two years later.

The Princeton, British Columbia native appeared in 130 games in the National Hockey League, all with the Capitals, where he had ten points (eight goals, two assists), 234 penalty minutes and was a minus-16.

We too take this time to send our condolences to Peat, his family, friends and former teammates, and hope they can find love and happiness in this difficult time in their lives.

Rest in Peace Stephen Peat.

Source: Blade of Steel
Former Capitals forward Stephen Peat passes away at 44-years-old


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