National Hockey League Pro Rick Rypien Found Dead in Rural Alberta Home, He was 27

National Hockey League pro Rick Rypien, 27, was found dead in his rural Alberta, Canada, home Monday.

"We are deeply saddened to confirm Rick's passing," said a statement released by the Winnipeg Jets Hockey Club. "His hunger for the game made him a valued team member both on and off the ice. This loss has impacted us as more than just a hockey team."

The 27-year-old forward was found dead at his Crowsnest Pass home, Royal Canadian Mounted Police officials told the Toronto Globe and Mail. His cause of death did not appear to be suspicious. Source