Father of Colorado Avalanche forward logan o’connor Has died, the team announced on Thursday, October 8.
“We are deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Logan’s father, miles o’connor“Avalanche posted through social media. “Our thoughts are with the Logan and O’Connor families at this difficult time.”
The cause of death has not been announced. Miles was 59 years old.
avalanche announced Logan, 30, is “taking time away from the team to be with his family.”
Logan did not play in Colorado’s game Thursday night, a 7-3 win over the Flames in Calgary. He was set to return to the lineup after suffering a lower body injury during the preseason.
Miles played four seasons in the NHL from 1990 to 1994 with the New Jersey Devils and Mighty Ducks of Anaheim.
A native of Calgary, Miles was selected by the Devils in the second round of the 1985 NHL Draft, after a collegiate career at the University of Michigan.
A Sportsnet journalist said, “Very sad to hear about the passing of Miles O’Connor.” Eric Francis Shared via X. “He was one of the first people to welcome me to Calgary when I moved here 30 years ago, and I was always thrilled to touch him when his son Logan chased his NHL dreams and ultimately won the Stanley Cup. A proud father and tremendous business leader, Miles was also a great Calgarian. Condolences to his family.”
Logan won a Stanley Cup with the Avalanche in 2022. He has spent all nine seasons of his NHL career with Colorado after signing an entry-level contract with the franchise as an undrafted free agent in 2018.
“I am shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of my former teammate Miles O’Connor,” the former NHL player said. Brent Severin Shared via X. “Such a nice man who made me laugh often during our time with the Devils. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in peace, Miles.”
After winning the Stanley Cup in 2022, Logan brought the coveted trophy back to Calgary, where he was raised.
“It’s been pretty crazy to bring it back here and share it with the community,” Logan said. ctv news In those days. “Our family’s always had this philosophy that it takes a village for someone to get to this level and then win, so share that with everyone. Seeing the smiles on the faces of little kids, that’s what it’s all about.”
He added, “It still doesn’t feel like it’s happening. You know, all my hopes and dreams are coming true and being in the community with the Stanley Cup in Calgary, at times it’s still hard to think about it and wrap your head around it.”