2018 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Stempniak said he has been able to text with Jordan Staal but has not talked to him, while Stempniaks wife, Lindsay, texted with Heather Staal. A statement issued by the team requested privacy for the family. Hannah Staal died of a terminal birth defect. The team released a statement Wednesday from Staal and his wife, Heather.. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. Weve learned a lot, weve grown a lot. [3] The second-eldest, Marc, currently plays defence for the Florida Panthers. Its a question without a wrong answer, Hurricanes make their own music with series-winning playoff victory over Islanders, How the Hurricanes stole the Islanders place in NHL history with Game 6 overtime win, Hurricanes Paul Stastny, at 37, still has more to give, shooting team to second round, Hurricanes eliminate Islanders from NHL playoffs on Paul Stastny OT winner in Game 6. In Touch Weekly is part of the a360media Entertainment Group.Copyright a360media 2023. The team released a statement Wednesday from Staal and his wife, Heather. Obviously it makes you really sad, center Derek Ryan, a father of two, said Monday. The Carolina Hurricanes announced on Sunday that center and co-captain Jordan Staal's infant daughter, Hannah, passed away. [6] Later that month, on October 21, Staal set a pair of NHL records with a two-goal effort against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Carolina Hurricanes say the infant daughter of team co-captain Jordan Staal has died. The Hurricanes say Staal rejoined the team Wednesday and is expected to play Thursday against Philadelphia. In the statement, the Staals say it had been "a longer road than most people know" and that they had "prayed for a miracle," but that Hannah was stillborn. In nine games, Staal contributed two assists. Feb 25, 2018 at 12:16 pm. We send our thoughts and prayers to Staal and his family. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. Jordan Staal of the Carolina Hurricanes said Wednesday the death of his infant daughter, Hannah, was caused by a terminal birth defect. Just life in general, Staal said Friday. He is regarded as a premier penalty-killer, both for his strong defensive skills and ability to score and set up shorthanded goals. [11] Then, late in the season, on March 6, Staal scored his league-leading seventh shorthanded goal of the season to break the previous league record for shorthanded tallies by a rookie, set by Gerry Minor of the Vancouver Canucks in 198081 and matched by John Madden in 19992000. [4] He went on to be drafted second overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins, behind Johnson, who was selected by the St. Louis Blues. In 2007, he became the youngest player (18 years and 153 days) to score a hat trick in league history. 3, Are Billy Ray Cyrus and Singer Firerose Dating? The team issued a statement Feb. 25 saying Hannah had died. Jordan Staal (born September 10, 1988) is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre and captain of the Carolina Hurricanes of the National Hockey League (NHL). Jordan Staal helped give them the boost they needed toward a playoff push. I live for God, and hockey is definitely something that I want to give God the glory for.[37]. "The thoughts and prayers of the entire Hurricanes organization are with Jordan and Heather Staal on the . I think it strengthened a lot of things in our lives., The Staals have two daughters Abigail, 3, and Lilah, 1. We send our thoughts and prayers to Staal and his family. I definitely gave my kids an extra hug and an extra kiss before bed.. According to ESPN, Hannah passed away on Saturday. The previous mark had been held for over sixty years by Jack Hamilton, who achieved a four-goal game at 18 years and 185 days old with the Maple Leafs against the New York Rangers on December 4, 1943. He was the second Staal in the NHL, after older brother Eric was drafted second overall in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft. [21], On September 23, 2014, Staal broke his right leg in a pre-season game against the Buffalo Sabres. We ask that you please respect their family's privacy at this time," the statement said. Staal, 29, has missed Carolina's past two games -- on Friday against Pittsburgh and Saturday against Detroit -- because of family and personal reasons. On June 12, 2009, Staal and the Penguins won the Stanley Cup when they defeated the Detroit Red Wings 21 at the Joe Louis Arena. In the summer of 2007, Jordan was arrested at Eric's bachelor party. Staal had two goals and an assist in the seven-game series, and scored a shorthanded goal that was a pivotal point in Game 4 of the series. In the statement, the Staals say it had been "a longer road than most people know" and that they had "prayed for a miracle," but that Hannah was stillborn. Ive got kids and Ive been through, not what he has been through, but Ive been through the labor process with my wife and having children and I cant imagine the pain and sorrow he and his family are going through. J. 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RALEIGH, N.C. -- Carolina Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal and his wife say their infant daughter died of a terminal birth defect. Staal's three brothers -- Eric, Marc, and Jared -- have also all played hockey in the NHL. The nickname, a reference to a Marvel comic book supervillain, was given to him by former Penguins teammate Colby Armstrong, because of his strong on-ice presence. [2] Staal won the Stanley Cup as a member of the Penguins in 2009, scoring two goals and an assist in the seven-game series against the Detroit Red Wings. As the Penguins made their first Stanley Cup Final appearance since 1992, the last time they won the Stanley Cup, they were defeated in six games by the Red Wings. Jordan Staal Net Worth Audience Relations, CBC P.O. CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. The Hurricanes have not announced how long Staal will be away from the team. Nor did Staal, a team co-captain, tell all his teammates about Hannahs condition during Heathers pregnancy. Playing in the semi-finals against the Philadelphia Flyers, Staal briefly left the Penguins to attend his grandfather's funeral during the series, but returned for a two-goal game four effort, in which he cued a near-comeback in the third period to cut the Flyers lead to 32. She died on Saturday. Before Hannah, Jordan and Heather welcomed two daughters: Abigail, on January 2, 2015, and Lilah, on July 5, 2017. Jordan Staal of the Carolina Hurricanes and his wife, Heather, are coping with the death of their infant daughter. Staal missed the team's two games this weekend because of family and personal reasons. RALEIGH, NC Carolina Hurricanes co-captain Jordan Staal is away from the team following the death of his infant daughter. The Canes, who flew to Boston after Mondays practice, are winless in their last five games. Jordan became the third among the four Staal brothers to be drafted into the NHL after his older brothers Marc and Eric, who was also selected second overall. Gabby Petito Case: Laundrie Attorney Seeks Text, Call Receipts. Jordan Staal helped give them the boost they needed toward a playoff push. You just want to be available, he said. Overshadowing anything that has happened on the ice for the Carolina Hurricanes center has been the personal tragedy suffered by Staal and his wife, Heather. I wanted to tell everyone but I wasnt sure when. Its also an opportunity for others.. Carolina Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal and his wife say their infant daughter died of a terminal birth defect. We were there for each other. By Associated Press. Its just a terrible, terrible thing, he said. 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Then, on November 1, just two days before he was to make his season debut, he was struck by a puck in practice, fracturing his hand and sidelining him again for surgery. Sure, it pushed me to be the player I was, but it still left me empty. [9] Staal, along with fellow rookie Evgeni Malkin joined superstar Sidney Crosby, who had himself only entered his second NHL season, and goaltender Marc-Andr Fleury to form an effective young nucleus that revived the Penguins franchise. You try to be professional as best you can and put it in the back of your mind when you're out doing what you have to do. [18] On April 30, 2010, Staal injured his right leg after his foot was sliced by Montreal Canadiens defenceman P. K. Subban's skate. The Hurricanes say Staal rejoined the team Wednesday and is expected to play Thursday against Philadelphia. Is Sister Wives Season 18 Still Happening? He has also met Marc's New York Rangers in the 2008 playoffs. Follow every game: Latest NHL Scores and Schedules. "The thoughts and prayers of the. We found out in November, December, with everything, Staal said. pic.twitter.com/Eo4wpXmUBZ, Carolina Hurricanes (@NHLCanes) February 25, 2018, (TM and Copyright 2018 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. In January 2007, Staal participated in the NHL YoungStars Game during the All-Star festivities, along with teammates Ryan Whitney and Malkin. Staal was signed to a three-year, entry-level contract by the Penguins on October 2, 2006,[5] and made the immediate jump from junior to the NHL in 200607 at the age of 18. Early in the 200809 season, the Penguins and Red Wings met for the first time since the Stanley Cup series on November 11, 2008. Obviously everyones thoughts and prayers are with Jordan and Heather and the family, Canes coach Bill Peters said. Jordan has become the second brother to win a Stanley Cup (Pittsburgh 2009) behind older brother Eric (Carolina 2006). [28], On September 29, 2019, Staal was named captain of the Hurricanes, replacing Justin Williams. His first goal came at 19:22 in the first period, the second came at 3:32 in the second, and his third was the game winner, as he beat Toronto goalie Andrew Raycroft stick-side at 3:54 in overtime. ", Hurricanes Captain Jordan Staal and his wife, Heather, today issued the following statement. Staal finally made his season debut at the NHL Winter Classic on January 1, 2011.[19]. [13] Staal also joined Malkin and Stastny on the NHL All-Rookie Team. Jordan's now the father of three kids daughters Abigail and Lilah, and a son, Henry. We will at some point get Jordo back and that will help us, Peters said of Staal. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) The Carolina Hurricanes say the infant daughter of team co-captain Jordan Staal has died. RALEIGH, N.C. -- Carolina Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal and his wife say their infant daughter died of a terminal birth defect. The Hurricanes put out a statement Sunday saying the Staals infant daughter, Hannah, had died and asked for privacy for Staal and the family. Carolina Hurricanes spokesman Mike Sundheim said Sunday that Staal told him his. They said they 'prayed for a miracle' but that Hannah was . The thoughts and prayers of the entire Hurricanes organization are with Jordan and Heather Staal on the loss of their infant daughter, Hannah. The Canes took out the Islanders in the first round in Game 6 last Friday, and will host the first two games of the next series. Its been challenging in many areas. Staal made his international debut with Team Canada at the 2007 World Championships in Moscow. And if he doesnt, then you talk about something else.. According to our Database, He has no children. Older brothers Eric, drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes in 2003, and Marc, drafted by the New York Rangers in 2005, both play with Jordan in the NHL, while younger brother Jared was drafted in 2008 by the Phoenix Coyotes, has played 2 NHL games and is currently an assistant coach with the Charlotte Checkers of the American Hockey League. The team released a statement Sunday morning . This story was originally published February 26, 2018, 2:12 PM. [8] Due to his strong play, however, particularly on the penalty-kill, the Penguins chose to keep him for the remainder of the season. The Associated Press contributed to this report. A statement issued by the team requested privacy for the family. He had to undergo surgery to repair a torn tendon on top of his big toe. Staal played major junior in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) with the Peterborough Petes for two seasons, beginning in 200405 after having been selected third overall in the 2004 OHL Priority Draft. 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And especially Staal's teammates who are married and have children.. Jordan Staal has been in a relationship with his wife, Heather Dysievick, since 2007. . With Staal out of the lineup, Peters will move Sebastian Aho to center. [16] The following month, on January 8, 2009, the Penguins announced that they had extended Staal's contract through the 201213 season. 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. Jordan Staal (born September 10, 1988) is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre and captain of the Carolina Hurricanes of the National Hockey League (NHL). One year prior, he lost the 2008 finals against the same Red Wings. The Hurricanes announced Hannah's death Sunday, though they didn't publicly reveal the cause. Among his former Penguins teammates, Staal was known as "Gronk." The Canes play the next two games on the road, facing the Boston Bruins on Tuesday and then the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday. By Stacy Pierre-Louis , March 1, 2018 View gallery 6 Filed under: Jordan Staal Carolina's franchise announced the tragic news on Twitter. We won't post to any of your accounts without asking first. Going into the 2006 NHL Entry Draft, Staal was ranked second among North American skaters by the NHL Central Scouting Bureau, behind Erik Johnson of the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers. Raleigh, N.C. Carolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal issued a statement Wednesday about the death of his infant daughter, Hannah. Christine Shares Update, 'Love Island U.K.' Couples Today: Find Out Who Stuck Together and Parted Ways. It just makes me all that more grateful for all Ive been given and blessed with, with my family, and makes me feel really sad for Jordan.. Staal's three brothers -- Eric, Marc, and Jared -- have also all played hockey in the NHL. [23], Staal, along with Justin Faulk, was named co-captain of the Hurricanes, on October 5, 2017. His teammates and coaches, and Canes fans, were counting on him to again be the Canes best checking center, battling the other teams best forwards, and he didnt want to disappoint. In many ways, it has been the most trying hockey season of Jordan Staals life. This is our time and we took it full on. Named to the team following the Penguins' first-round playoff defeat, he joined brother Eric to help Canada capture the gold medal by defeating Finland 42 in the final. During this injury, Staal ended up missing Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semi-finals against the Canadiens, the first game Staal had missed in a Penguins uniform since his rookie season a streak of 358 consecutive games played including the playoffs. Staal and his wife, Heather, went through the pain of having an infant. They also thanked friends, family and the hockey community for support. Hurricanes' Jordan Staal says infant daughter died of terminal birth defect | CBC Sports Loaded. Staal was also a Calder Memorial Trophy nominee and was named to the NHL All-Rookie Team. They say they are "very thankful for our short time with her. I thought my wife especially, who is one of the strongest people I know, did a great job of being strong for our girls and for myself as well. Sign up for daily stories delivered to your inbox. In the two games we didnt have him, and all the situations he plays in and hes not there, thats an eye-opener. It definitely helps in showing us how blessed we are, to have two healthy girls at home.. Boho or Go Home? The Staals were aware that babies suffering from anencephaly, as Hannah did, rarely survive. NHL Star Jordan Staal Reveals His Daughter Hannah Was Stillborn Sad News NHL Star Jordan Staal Reveals His Daughter Hannah Was Stillborn The Carolina Hurricanes player's child was born with a terminal birth defect. Carolina Hurricanes co-captain Jordan Staal is away from the team after the death of his infant daughter. [29], On April 12, 2021, Staal played in his 1,000th NHL game.[30]. After a two-year Ontario Hockey League (OHL) career, in which he won a J. Ross Robertson Cup and appeared in the 2006 Memorial Cup with the Peterborough Petes, Staal was drafted second overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.
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