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Washington Capitals News / Hockey Unplugged / September 13

Stephen Peat's tragic cause of death has been revealed

Former Washington Capitals enforcer Stephen Peat passed away this past week at the age of 44, and many throughout the hockey world are in mourning. The enforcer was drafted by the Anaheim Ducks before being traded to the Capitals.

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 12
Former Capitals enforcer dies at 44 after being hit by car

Former Capitals enforcer dies at 44 after being hit by car

Former NHL enforcer Stephen Peat died two weeks after he was struck by a vehicle.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 12
Former NHLer Stephen Peat passes away at 44

Former NHLer Stephen Peat passes away at 44

The National Hockey League is mourning yet another loss. It has been confirmed by the NHL Alumni that former Washington Capitals and Anaheim Ducks enforcer Stephen Peat has tragically passed away from his injuries sustained in a horrible accident two weeks ago.

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