News Article: Hickey's Older Brother's Cancer Battle

[LeapOnOver]

Don't know if this was posted anywhere, sorry if I missed it. Felt bad for Thomas reading this. You'd think his injuries or inability to get back into the NHL would be the worst thing happening, but then you read something like this and can see how he's probably not thinking much about that at all.

As Thomas Hickey's brother battles cancer, hockey takes on a...

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[CREW99AW]

Don't know if this was posted anywhere, sorry if I missed it. Felt bad for Thomas reading this. You'd think his injuries or inability to get back into the NHL would be the worst thing happening, but then you read something like this and can see how he's probably not thinking much about that at all.

As Thomas Hickey's brother battles cancer, hockey takes on a...

Feel awful for Hickey and his family.
I've had family members battle cancer and it's a rough road.

 

[The Real JT]

Silver lining, at least for this board, is that maybe some of the more negative posters might dial things back on the personal attacks.

While his contract is an overpayment, he's always given a solid effort for the team. He's sacrificed his body and his future health for the sake of this team.

For that, he has my respect and support both on and off the ice.

 

[Uncle Duke]

Very sad news. My dad died from a glioblastoma but he was 78 and had lived a full life. It doesn't respond well to most treatment and it is not a good way to go. I just hope they don't put him through too much hell once they know it's over. Hated the false hope part and pushing treatments they know won't work. At 33, I can't even imagine and only wish him peace and as much comfort as possible. It's all you can do.

 

[Tres Peleches]

Hickey left practice today to go home to Calgary for personal reasons. While you shouldn’t draw conclusions from that, I want to wish him and his family the best, regardless of the circumstances surrounding his absence

 

[PanniniClaus]

Dan was very proud of Thomas...even if he never lived up to his draft status, he had a solid career and I wish Thomas and his family all the best.

 

[Costigan77]

Dan was very proud of Thomas...even if he never lived up to his draft status, he had a solid career and I wish Thomas and his family all the best.

I’m pretty sure his brother could give a shit what his draft status was. If you read up, they are extremely close.

What an ignorant and subhuman backhanded dig to make....especially when it is rumored that Hickey may have left the team to pay his respects.

Jesus Christ. Never “lived up to his draft status but his brother was still proud.” How arrogant and flippant.

 

[Uncle Duke]

I’m pretty sure his brother could give a shit what his draft status was. If you read up, they are extremely close.

What an ignorant and subhuman backhanded dig to make....especially when it is rumored that Hickey may have left the team to pay his respects.

Jesus Christ. Never “lived up to his draft status but his brother was still proud.” How arrogant and flippant.

I debated whether to make a similar comment because didn't want to disrupt the solemn nature of the thread but in retrospect, well done. A ridiculous and unnecessary snipe.

 

[Strait2thecup]

Reallt tough year for hickey. Gotta feel for him

 

[PanniniClaus]

I’m pretty sure his brother could give a shit what his draft status was. If you read up, they are extremely close.

What an ignorant and subhuman backhanded dig to make....especially when it is rumored that Hickey may have left the team to pay his respects.

Jesus Christ. Never “lived up to his draft status but his brother was still proud.” How arrogant and flippant.

Not the way that was intended at all but I can see how it read that way. Dan was proud of Thomas. The draft part was my commentary.. Should not have blended the two.

 

[Costigan77]

As per Staple in Athletic...Hickey's brother passed away yesterday afternoon

 

[Skip To My Lou]

As per Staple in Athletic...Hickey's brother passed away yesterday afternoon

What an awful year for Thomas. Hope him and his family pull through this terrible time.

 

[SI90]

Horrible. My thoughts with Hickey and his family.

 

[brachyrynchos]

Condolences to not only the Hickey family but to all of those that knew Dan, his friends and those that saw him through.

 

[Tres Peleches]

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hickey’s, their family, and friends

 

[SI90]

Our owners are first class. Hickeys brother has a go fund me set up for his Brothers widow and young daughter to ease any financial burden.
If you read the donations, Scott Malkin donated 10k

 

[PK Cronin]

Terrible news. I hope he made it in time to see his brother one final time.

 

[SI90]

Terrible news. I hope he made it in time to see his brother one final time.

It’s crazy how things work. The islanders are playing in his hometown tomorrow. What are the chances. I believe he passed yesterday afternoon. Not sure if Thomas made it in time or was there. Definitely a devastating time for him.

 

[scottywiper]

Sad news.
Best wishes to all family and friends.
Funny thing perspective.

 

[LeapOnOver]

I didn't even realize he was this close to passing when I posted the article. I mean, I knew it was on the horizon.....but still.

Scott Malkin is all class for donating to that GoFund me.

Thoughts and prayers out to the Hickey clan. Celebrate life.

 

[crasherino]

Horrible news. Deepest condolences to the Hickey family.

RIP Dan.

 

[CREW99AW]

Condolences to the Hickey family.