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Blues GM issues statement on the passing of Jaden Schwartz's father

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Brennen Beaudin
November 10, 2020  (5:39 PM)
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St. Louis Blues President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong issued a statement on the passing of Jaden Schwartz's father, Rick, who passed away suddenly Monday.

"We are saddened to hear the news of Rick Schwartz's sudden passing."

"Rick and his wife, Carol, have been part of our family since Jaden was drafted to our team back in 2010. Rick was a frequent visitor to St. Louis, and I always enjoyed seeing him around the rink and on our annual Father's Trips, where he often was the life of the party."

"Rick's tireless efforts to support cancer research through the Mandi Schwartz Foundation were unmatched. Through those efforts, a bone marrow drive at a Blues game in 2018 led to a life-saving transplant for a teenager in Alabama."

"I'd like to extend the full support of the Blues organization to Jaden, Rylan, Carol and the entire Schwartz family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."

The St. Louis Blues Dad's Trips will never be the same without Rick, and the hockey community is mourning the death of the 59-year-old. The cause of his death has not been announced. Rick will definitely be missed, but never forgotten.