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An ice hockey star has died after collapsing in the locker room during a preseason game, according to reports.
Eli Palfreyman of Ontario passed away unexpectedly on August 30.
Doctors tried to save the 20-year-old Ayr Centennials star but were unable to revive him, according to CBC Canada.
A cause of death has not been revealed.
Centennials Vice President Brian Shantz said, “We are asking for your prayers and support for Eli’s family and each of our players.”
The team tweeted: “RIP17” while sharing a photo of Palfreyman’s ice hockey jersey.
Eli recently revealed how honored he was to be named team captain.
He told 519 Sports Online that words couldn’t explain the pride he felt.
Footage shared online days before Palfreyman’s death showed the moment Sean Kawalec presented the athlete with the prestigious captain’s jersey.
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Kawalec was the former captain of the Centennials.
Sue Foxton, the mayor of North Dumfries, was at the game on Tuesday and was “saddened” by Palfreyman’s death.
She told CBC: “There are no words at the moment, just sadness.”
Dozens of tributes have been paid to the young star.
The Guelph Storm ice hockey team tweeted: “The Storm are devastated to learn of the passing of Ayr Centennials captain Eli Palfreyman.
“We send our deepest condolences to Eli’s family, friends, teammates, the Centennials and the entire hockey community.
“Eli was a leader and friend to all. He will be sorely missed.”
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