NHLPA STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF RICK RYPIEN

TORONTO (August 16, 2011): National Hockey League Players' Association Executive Director Don Fehr issued the following statement on the passing of Rick Rypien:

“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.”