Shawn Simpson, a former hockey player, NHL executive, and TSN 1200 broadcaster, has passed away at the age of 56. His death was announced on TSN 1200 by John Rodenburg, who express

The Ottawa hockey community lost a good one on Wednesday with the passing of former NHL executive Shawn Simpson. The 56-year-old dedicated his life to hockey—whether as a player, an executive, or a broadcaster.

Simmer,” as he was affectionately called, was just 56. “He had constant mental health struggles, and he was open and honest about it,

Former TSN 1200 personality and longtime Ottawa-area media member Shawn Simpson passed away on Wednesday. He was 56 years old.

Long time Ottawa Senators analyst Shawn Simpson has reportedly died at just 56 years old. The news is spreading via social media with Senators based blogs and social media accounts sharing the news via Twitter and Facebook this morning.