Edmonton Oilers forward Colby Cave died Saturday morning at the age of 25, his family announced.
Cave was in a medically induced coma after he suffered a brain bleed early Tuesday morning, according to the team. He had been admitted into the critical care unit at a Toronto hospital.
"I (Emily) and both our families are in shock but know our Colby was loved dearly by us, his family and friends, the entire hockey community, and many more," Cave's wife wrote in a statement. "We thank everyone for their prayers during this difficult time.