What happened to Mattis Kivlenieks?

What happened to Mattis Kivlenieks?

Kivlenieks, a 24-year old prospect with a future as bright as his smile, died after he was struck by a fireworks mortar shell fired from a tube that accidentally tilted toward the hot tub where he was located.

Who was number 80 for the Columbus Blue Jackets?

80 for the Columbus Blue Jackets, died in a fireworks accident. He was 24. Dubois played with Kivlenieks on the Blue Jackets for two seasons before the forward was traded to the Jets on Jan. 23 with a third-round pick in the 2022 NHL Draft for forwards Patrik Laine and Jack Roslovic.

How did Kivi pass away?

The organization’s former goalie died from chest trauma caused by a fireworks mortar blast in Oakland County, Michigan, according to a medical examiner.

What hockey player was killed by fireworks?

Firework accident that killed NHL goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks was at coach’s house, team says.