welcome back to the channel today we're remembering Steven Pete the former Washington Capitals enforcer who has recently passed away at the age of 44 Pete who had a story career in hockey faced numerous personal battles after leaving the game including significant struggles with concussion issues and periods of homelessness his passing is a poignant reminder of the challenges many face beyond the rank the NHL Alumni Association has expressed profound sorrow at the new of Pete's death which they confirmed in a statement released on Thursday according to the association Pete succumbed to injuries sustained in a tragic accident that occurred just over 2 weeks ago he was struck by a car while crossing a street and the incident which took place on August 30th left him with life-threatening injuries Langley police who initially withheld Pete's identity reported that the accident happened at around for 15 a.m. they later confirmed that the pedestrian involved was a 44-year-old man whose identity was revealed as Steven Pete Pete's hockey career was marked by his time with the danry trashers in the united Hockey League during the 20045 season there he played seven games contributed an assist and accumulated in notable 45 penalty minutes his tenure with the trashers was emblematic of his role as an enforcer a position that defined much of his professional career after his stint with the trashers Pete played his final Prof professional hockey game in the 20607 season for the Albany River Rats in the American Hockey League his career in hockey the relatively short left a lasting impact on those who remember his role on the ice and his contributions to the game stevenh Pete's story is a reminder of the complexities and struggles that can follow life after professional sports his passing is a significant loss to the hockey community and our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time h