Washington Capitals forward TJ Oshie made a devastating announcement on his Twitter on July 22, stating that a former high school teammate passed away unexpectedly on Friday.
A high school connection
Michael Tveit and Oshie go all the way back to Warroad High School in Minnesota, the start of a journey that would see Oshie become one of the best players in Washington Capitals franchise history.
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Tveit would head back to Warroad High School and join the coaching staff before shockingly passing away in his sleep on Friday.
Prayers for the family
Tveit leaves behind a beautiful family of his wife and three sons, as well as a legacy of compassion, competitiveness and love, which will all be missed dearly by the Minnesota and wider hockey community.
The family have set up a GoFundMe to help them through a tough period, which can be found here or on the above Tweet of Oshie: In Memory of Michael Tveit
Rest in Peace Michael Tveit.
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