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Post by Nemesis on Aug 16, 2011 7:42:56 GMT
Another fighter found dead at home, Rick was only 27 and coming so close on the heals of Boogy Boogaard this is another sad day for hockey.
RIP bug man.
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Post by Dan on Aug 16, 2011 14:54:20 GMT
Suicide's a horrible thing, he's suffered with depression for some time.
He had the best name in hockey.
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Post by wheelsandsnipe on Aug 16, 2011 17:30:51 GMT
Villedelphia, do you know something I don't? Are you making assumptions at this time? All the reports have stated the cause of death to be unknown and haven't even hinted at suicide. I'm not saying you are wrong, just that I haven't heard suicide mentioned yet.
It's a massive shame that this has happened, it's very very sad. I know I'll be angry though if this turns out to be drug related. Rypien was one of my favourite fighters in the NHL, I loved his boxing background which led to his gaurd style of fighting. 27 is far too young to die.
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Well not unknown, I meant to type the details have not been released to the public yet.
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Post by Dan on Aug 16, 2011 18:03:53 GMT
There's been a few media sources in the area that have reported that he took his own life. He's struggled with depression for years now.
It's not been confirmed, but it's widely believed that he did.
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Post by optimus on Sept 4, 2011 16:51:39 GMT
It's been reported Rypien suffered from depression for over 10 years, it allegedly stemming from the death of a girlfriend from a car crash when she was travelling to watch him play in a game whilst in junior hockey.
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