Shawn Simpson wore many hats throughout his career in ice hockey. Simpson accomplished a lot, from playing in the 1987 World Junior Hockey Championship, getting drafted by the Washington Capitals, and becoming their director of hockey operations, to the mainstay at TSN 1200 during Ottawa Senators games. Unfortunately, the late 56-year-old was also trapped with mental health.
On January 30th, news surfaced that the radio personality had met his untimely demise. While the reason behind his demise remains undisclosed, the news devastated those close to the former goaltender. “My wife and I are heartbroken at the loss of our friend @SimmerDownCIH. Shawn moved in with us in September,” wrote former Daytime Ottawa host Derick Fage.
The radio host revealed that Shawn Simpson had moved in with them after rehab. Simmer, as he was affectionately known, stayed with Fage while hunting for a place of his own. “Shawn became a member of our family quickly. He wrestled with his demons constantly. He always brightened up talking hockey and politics,” Fage added to his post on X.
Shawn became a member of our family quickly. He wrestled with his demons constantly. He always brightened up talking hockey and politics. We shared many intense conversations during his time with us. Our love goes out to his family and friends. RIP Shawn.
— Derick Fage (@DerickFage) January 30, 2025
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