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Boston Bruins star David Pastrnak says newborn son Viggo has died, 'will be loved forever'

Boston Bruins forward David Pastrnak announced on social media early Monday that his newborn son Viggo died last week.

Viggo Rohl Pastrnak was born on June 17 and died on June 23, Pastrnak announced on Instagram.

"We have an Angel watching over us and we call him SON. You will be loved FOREVER," Pastrnak wrote. "Please respect our privacy as we are going through these heartbreaking times."

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The Bruins and the NHL Players Association each shared their condolences Monday for Pastrnak and his girlfriend, Rebecca Rohlson.