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In moments like this, the hockey community proves it’s so much more than just a game. 💙⁣ •⁣ On Saturday, fans came together in an incredible show of support for Mark Scheifele after the Winnipeg Jets announced the sudden passing of his father, Brad. 😔⁣ •⁣ What began as a few social media posts quickly turned into a wave of generosity — with fans donating $55, a nod to Scheifele’s jersey number, to the Winnipeg Jets’ charitable foundation. 🫶⁣ •⁣ Just over an hour after Winnipeg’s season came to an end with a Game 6 loss in Dallas, more than $30,000 had already been raised for the True North Youth Foundation. Jets fans, Stars fans, and hockey lovers alike stepped up to show that compassion has no rivalry. 🤝⁣ •⁣ Despite receiving the heartbreaking news just hours before puck drop, Scheifele made the courageous decision to play — scoring Winnipeg’s lone goal of the night in a moment that transcended sport. 🥹⁣ •⁣ A heartbreaking day for the Jets family, met with an overwhelming outpour...

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