A tough man and a good teammate

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This article was published 17/08/2011 (5503 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.

Some of the reaction via Twitter from the NHL fraternity on the sudden passing of Winnipeg Jet forward Rick Rypien:

— “The National Hockey League sends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and teammates of Rick Rypien, who played the game with so much energy and emotion and whose passing fills us all with a sense of immeasurable sadness and sorrow.” — NHL commissioner Gary Bettman

— “All players and NHLPA staff are saddened to learn of Rick’s passing. He was a respected member of our association and will be greatly missed throughout the hockey community. Our sincere condolences go out to Rick’s family, friends and many fans.” — NHLPA executive director Don Fehr

— “Sad to hear about Rick Rypien. I was looking forward to playing with him in Winnipeg. Thoughts are with his family and friends.” — Winnipeg Jets captain Andrew Ladd

— “I will always have the memories from Vancouver with Rick… also pound for pound he was one of the toughest guys out there.” — Michael Grabner, New York Islanders

— “Sad to hear about Rick Rypien. My condolences go out to his family and friends.” — Ben Maxwell, Winnipeg Jets

— “Unbelievably sad news on the passing of Rick Rypien. One of the toughest players I ever played against. Thoughts and prayers with his family.” — Eric Fehr, Winnipeg Jets

— “R.I.P. to a fellow #37 sorry to see ya go, nicest guy I played with my time in Vancouver, sorry to see ya go buddy, see ya on the other side.” — Brad Lukowich, Dallas Stars

— “Damn… Rick Rypien will be missed. He was the nicest guy, hung with him a few times in VAN… tough as all hell too. Thoughts to his fam.” — George Parros, Anaheim Ducks

— Just heard the terrible news about Rick Rypien. One of the toughest pound for pound guys in the league. He had no fear. Sad day.” — Paul Bissonnette, Phoenix Coyotes

— “R.I.P. Rick Rypien. He was a warrior. Hit me so hard my eyes couldn’t focus for 30 secs. Not sure if it was a left or right. #hitmewithboth” — Mike Commodore, Detroit Red Wings

— “Awful news about the passing of Rick Rypien, Rest in Peace.” — Ryan Whitney, Edmonton Oilers

— “This is just terrible. R.I.P. Rick. You were a great teammate and friend.” — Bill Sweatt, Manitoba Moose

— “Thoughts and prayers go out to Rick Rypien’s family. Another good soldier leaving us too soon!” — Michael Del Zotto, New York Rangers

— “Sad to hear about the loss of another great guy… condolences to the friends and family of Rick Rypien. R.I.P.” — Ryan Jones, Edmonton Oilers

— “Tough news to hear about Rick Rypien… another sad day for hockey. played the game as hard as anyone.. my prayers to him and his family.” — Matt Moulson, New York Islanders

— “Terrible news about Rick Rypien…thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family…always sad to see a death in the hockey world #R.I.P.” — Matt Carle, Philadelphia Flyers