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Stephen Peat, former NHL enforcer with Capitals, dies from injuries following tragic accident

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Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Stephen Peat, a former NHL forward who played four seasons with the Washington Capitals, has died tragically from injuries sustained in an accident two weeks ago.

Peat was 44 years old.  "The NHL Alumni Association is heartbroken to learn that Stephen Peat has passed away from his injuries after a tragic accident just over two weeks ago," NHL Alumni said in a statement on Thursday. "He was only 44 years old. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Stephen Peat of the Washington Capitals looks on during a game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario, on March 29, 2003. (Graig Abel/Getty Images) "In the wake of this tragic accident, Stephen will be helping to save numerous lives through organ donation.

We send our deepest condolences to Stephen’s family, friends and former teammates during this difficult time." The type of accident that Peat was involved in was not disclosed.

Peat, a second-round draft pick by the Anaheim Ducks in 1998, was known as an enforcer in the NHL during his 130 career games.  LATE NHL STAR JOHNNY GAUDREAU'S WIDOW REVEALS SHE'S PREGNANT WITH THEIR 3RD CHILD The Canadian began his professional career in the WHL, playing for the Red Deer Rebels, Tri-City Americans and Calgary Hitmen over five seasons, totaling 11 goals and 36 assists over 203 games there.

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