An NHL player has announced a leave of absence following the tragic death of his father, who was killed in a bear attack. The incident occurred during a time when the player was reportedly focused on his professional hockey career. The player has expressed gratitude for the support he has received from teammates and fans during this difficult period. Details about his return to the sport remain unclear as he prioritizes grieving and processing the loss.

NHL player takes leave of absence after father killed in bear attack  Yahoo Sports