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Ottawa Senators captain Erik Karlsson and wife lose unborn son

Heartbreaking news was reported from the Nation’s capital this morning.

The Ottawa Senators announced that the son of captain Erik Karlsson and his wife, Melinda, has died.

The Senators released the following statement:

"The collective thoughts and prayers of the Ottawa Senators organization, the city of Ottawa and entire hockey community rest with Erik and Melinda Karlsson following the loss of their son.

We ask that you respect the family's wishes for privacy during the grieving process."

The couple announced their pregnancy Nov. 22 and posted a video of the baby's gender reveal Dec. 17.

You my boy blue.!!

A post shared by Erik Karlsson (@erikkarlsson65) on

The details surrounding the baby's passing are unclear.

The Senators had said earlier today that Karlsson would not play in Tuesday’s game against the visiting Florida Panthers.

Just me and my little family.:) #dadhat

A post shared by Erik Karlsson (@erikkarlsson65) on

Condolences poured in on Twitter Tuesday afternoon. Players and teams alike shared heartfelt messages for the Karlsson family.



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