What people are saying about Wade Belak's death

 Nashville Predators: "The entire Nashville Predators organization and family is shocked and saddened by the sudden and untimely passing of Wade Belak. Wade was a beloved member of the organization, a terrific teammate and wonderful father and husband who will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Jennifer and children Andie and Alex. We offer our full support to them at this very difficult time."

Toronto Maple Leafs: "The Toronto Maple Leafs are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Wade Belak. Wade was extremely popular with his teammates, the staff, and Maple Leafs fans everywhere. He was the consummate team player on and off the ice. He will be deeply missed in the hockey community and our thoughts and prayers are with Wade's family and friends during this challenging time."

Calgary Flames: "We are deeply saddened with the news of Wade's passing. We are proud that Wade wore the Calgary uniform and we will always remember him as member of the Flames Family. We would like to express our sincere sympathies to the Belak family. This is a terrible loss of a vibrant young man; a man with great character who truly loved the game of hockey."

Florida Panthers: "The entire Florida Panthers organization is deeply saddened by the news of Wade's passing. In just a short time with the Panthers, Wade made his presence felt both on the ice and in the South Florida community. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Belak family during this difficult time."

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman: "The National Hockey League family mourns the passing of Wade Belak, who competed to the utmost every minute of his NHL career. Our hearts go out to Wade's loved ones, his friends, his former teammates and to all who feel the horrible void left by this tragedy."

NHL Players Association executive director Don Fehr: "All players and NHLPA staff are sincerely saddened and shocked by the passing of former member Wade Belak. His affable personality made him popular with teammates, fans and media, and he was a hard-working, respected member of the Association. He will undoubtedly be greatly missed throughout the entire hockey community. Our deepest condolences go out to Wade's family and friends during this very difficult time."

Predators rookie Blake Geoffrion: "Wade Belak was one of funniest dudes I had ever met. Just was with him earlier this summer. Can't believe it. Thoughts and prayers to his family."

Colorado Avalanche forward Matt Duchene: "RIP Wade Belak. So sad, yet another tragedy."

Maple Leafs forward Tyler Bozak: "Rip Wade Belak. Thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family. What a sad day!"

Minneapolis Star-Tribune writer Michael Russo, who previously covered the Florida Panthers: "They didn't come nicer or freaking funnier. What a sad summer in the NHL."