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31-year-old goaltender tragically passes away
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The hockey community was hit with some devastating news the other day, as it was announced that a 31-year-old goaltender has unfortunately passed away.
Several posts were made on social media just the other day, confirming that former Detroit Red Wings goaltender Jake Patterson has passed away far too young.
Detroit originally ended up drafting Patterson in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft with the 80th overall pick.
On Friday, the London Knights, his former OHL team, ended up confirming the passing of Patterson.
The devastating news was confirmed on Friday night by his former OHL team, the London Knights, that Patterson had passed away.
From 2012 to 2014, Patterson was a goaltender for the London Knights.
During his time there, he was teammates with some big NHL players like Max Domi and Anthony Stolarz, who both play on the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Heartbreaking post confirms Patterson's passing
The London Knights organization had an emotional post on social media towards his family and friends.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jake's family, friends, and loved ones
During his career, Patterson played a total of 77 games with the Knights, finishing the 2013-14 season with a 22-9-3 record, a 3.15 GAA, and a .897 SV%.
In 2014-15 he played his last game in the GOJHL with the Chatham Maroons, where he had a .903 SV%.
This news is truly heartbreaking, and everyone here at Bruins Insider is sending their thoughts and prayers to the family, friends, former teammates, and loved ones of Jake.
Rest in Peace, Jake.
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