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We have tragic news to report from the world of sports today.
Former NHL forward Kyle Calder — who played for five different teams during his 13 seasons in the league — has passed away.
He was just 47 years old.
No official cause of death has been disclosed, but insiders say Calder passed away following “a brief illness.”
News of Calder’s passing was confirmed in a heartbreaking social media tribute posted by his daughter, Madison, who shared photos from throughout their lives together and reflected on the special bond they shared.
“Dad, there will never ever be enough words in the world to describe how incredibly lucky I was to have you as my dad,” she wrote, adding:
“Never in a million years would I have thought this day would come. There will forever be a void in my heart, but forever a spot just for you.”
Madison went on to praise her father for the many roles he played throughout his life, describing him as a devoted husband, friend, coach, hockey player. and parent.
“The lessons you taught me, the strength you showed me, and the person you pushed me to become every single day — I carry all of it with me,” she continued.
Madison also thanked her father for supporting her through every stage of life and said she would give anything for one more conversation, one more hug, or one more chance to hear his voice.
“I love you more than anything in the world to the moon and back infinitely,” she wrote.
“Save me a spot on the ice, Dad. I know you’re skating around in heaven cheering all of us on from above.”
Calder was selected by the Chicago Blackhawks in the fifth round of the 1997 NHL Draft. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 590 NHL games while also making 18 playoff appearances.
He suited up for the Chicago Blackhawks, Philadelphia Flyers, Detroit Red Wings, Los Angeles Kings and Anaheim Ducks.
His best statistical season came during the 2005-06 campaign with Chicago, when he recorded career highs with 26 goals and 59 points in 79 games.
Following his retirement from professional hockey, Calder remained deeply involved in the sport. He dedicated much of his time to coaching youth hockey and helping develop the next generation of players in cities including Chicago, Los Angeles and Boston.
Tributes quickly poured in from across the hockey community.
In a statement, Chicago Blackhawks owner Danny Wirtz remembered Calder’s passion for the game and his commitment to mentoring young athletes long after his playing days had ended.
“Kyle approached life with the same passion, intensity and incredible dedication that defined his play,” Wirtz said, adding:
“While Kyle’s time with us was far too short, I’m comforted in knowing his legacy will live on for many years to come.”
We would like to extend our condolences to Kyle Calder’s loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.
Kyle Calder Cause of Death: NHL Star Was 47 was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.
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U.S. men’s national team captain Tim Ream has accumulated more than 80 caps at the international level. Yet at age 38, he’s helping to maximize a new challenge. An up-tempo, high-press system. “This style,” Ream said while appearing on FOX Sports’ “The Herd” on Tuesday, “it’s fun to play. It’s enjoyable, but it’s harder than any style or system that I’ve ever played. But when it works, when you see what Friday brought, it is so enjoyable to be a part of.” USA’s 4-1 victory against Paraguay on Friday at Los Angeles Stadium was a result of a high-risk, high-reward system paying off. And paying off because of a wild card that the U.S. has struggled to find, in consistency. A creative and clinical striker, Folarin Balogun. “Flo is a natural striker,” Ream said. “He’s one of those guys that — you saw it on the second goal — loves getting in, and darting behind defenders and getting the ball in front of him and being able to take guys on. But he’s also out of this dimension of being able to hold the ball up and bring other players in. And now you find this connection.” Before the 2026 FIFA World Cup started, Ream emphasized that Balogun put in the effort to make a connection with the midfielders behind him — Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, Malik Tillman and others. “It’s a lot of things that are done not in front of the camera that people don’t see,” Ream explained. “Conversations and extra touches, extra drills.” That time together, away from the heat of competition leads to slotting away the chances that present themselves, and — even more crucially to this system — it leads to trust. Each attacker is assured their teammate will press if they lose the ball, giving them the confidence to take risks and make mistakes. Balogun found himself on the receiving end of that collective courage, as he scored two goals on Friday off his own skill but also sublime setups from teammates. The first was a low cross from Pulisic that landed right at Balogun’s foot for a one-time finish. The second was a through ball from Tillman that reached Balogun in stride, giving him the momentum to skirt around defenders and create the angle for a shot. Finishing those chances awarded the aggression the U.S. put forth to winning the ball back in the final third after just losing it there. “We will be attacking and we will lose the ball. Yeah, that’s a given,” Ream said. “But being in the right place before things happen is how you mitigate the negatives of playing that way.” Aside from Balogun, Ream is crucial to USA’s system because he is the eyes at the back, and an extension of manager Mauricio Pochettino on the field. His job has been made easier because of Balogun’s talent, plus team-wide trust. “I don’t really think about being on an island,” Ream said. “Sometimes I just think of, ‘OK, where do I have to be, and where do I have to put guys in order to make sure that we’re in a solid position to not have any crazy counter-attacks?'” The bedrock of that trust, in Ream’s opinion, is the manager, Pochettino. Because he cares for and empowers his players, they play for him in this high-intensity system. “Once you get to know him and his staff, it’s very easy. They’re very charismatic,” Ream said. “They’re very caring about the players. They have an interesting focus about them when we’re on the field, but this idea that they want to connect with the players individually and then that translates into the players connecting off the field in a larger group, in a bigger collective.” The U.S. is coming off an ultimate high — a performance Ream dubbed “one of, if not the best performances the guys have put in over my many years.” Part of that is because, in all Ream’s years, he hasn’t seen such a unique system flowing in synchronicity. He’s confident the U.S. has the pieces, starting with Balogun at the top, down through Ream and Pochettino, to keep the system working on Thursday against Australia, and throughout the World Cup.Latest Sports News from FOX Sports
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As you’ve likely heard by now, the White House hosted a night of UFC bouts on Sunday as part of its celebration for Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.
But the event nearly ended in tragedy thanks to a terror plot involving explosive drones.
According to multiple outlets, a 19-year-old Ohio native named Tycen Proper was among several suspects arrested in connection with an alleged plan to attack UFC Freedom 250.
Federal officials claim the group intended to use drones and sniper teams to target attendees, politicians, and other prominent figures.
The FBI says the alleged scheme was disrupted before it could be carried out.
In a twist that may have prevented a tragedy, investigators say Proper’s own mother alerted authorities after becoming concerned about her son’s behavior.
According to an FBI affidavit, Proper’s parents reported that he had recently spent thousands of dollars on tactical equipment, firearms accessories, ammunition, and other gear.
His mother also expressed concerns that he had become involved with an extremist anti-government group.
Those concerns prompted an investigation that ultimately led federal agents to uncover what they describe as a multi-state conspiracy involving numerous individuals communicating through TikTok and encrypted messaging apps.
According to court documents, members of the group allegedly discussed attacking the White House UFC event using drones carrying explosive devices.
Federal investigators claim the drones would have been used to create panic and force attendees to flee in a specific direction.
At that point, additional members of the group allegedly planned to open fire on escaping crowds and designated “high-value targets.”
Authorities say potential targets included prominent politicians, wealthy attendees, and other public figures expected to be present at the event.
The UFC event itself drew thousands of attendees and featured President Donald Trump, making security concerns especially significant.
Proper, a resident of Knox County, Ohio, was arrested on June 10 after investigators obtained information from his family and reviewed communications connected to the alleged plot.
According to the FBI, Proper told investigators he became involved with a group that initially communicated through TikTok before moving discussions to the encrypted messaging platform Signal.
Federal agents allege that the group shared extremist anti-government beliefs and discussed violent action.
Court filings indicate Proper faces conspiracy-related charges along with several additional counts tied to the alleged plot. He remains in federal custody while the case moves forward.
While five suspects have already been charged, authorities believe the network may have been significantly larger.
Federal officials have indicated that as many as 23 individuals may have been connected to the planning effort, and investigators continue to examine communications and evidence recovered during the operation.
For now, officials are crediting a combination of family intervention and rapid law enforcement action with stopping what they describe as a potentially devastating attack before it could be carried out.
Tycen Proper: Teen Arrested For Planned Drone Attack at White House UFC Event Was … was originally published on The Hollywood Gossip.
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