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Flint Firebirds Mourn Death of Former Player Jacob Winterton
Jacob Winterton was diagnosed with stage 4 bone cancer two months after his last game and inspired many during his treatment supported by Hockey Fights Cancer fundraisers.
- Former Ontario Hockey League forward Jacob Winterton died Tuesday at age 25 after battling cancer, with the league announcing his passing Wednesday.
- Winterton played 125 OHL games for the Flint Firebirds and Oshawa Generals, recording 18 goals and 19 assists before joining the University of Guelph Gryphons for four seasons.
- Diagnosed with Stage 4 bone cancer two months after his final game on Feb. 13, 2025, Winterton remained active with the Gryphons, who raised $7,000 for Hockey Fights Cancer in November.
- Seattle Kraken forward Ryan Winterton took a leave of absence Monday, posting on Instagram that Jacob was his 'best friend' who 'helped shape the person I am today.'
- Gryphon head coach Josh Dixon called Winterton 'an absolute pleasure to coach' who fought with 'unwavering positive attitude,' while the Flint Firebirds and Oshawa Generals shared condolences for one 'taken far too soon.
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Jacob Winterton, former OHL player and brother of NHL’s Ryan Winterton, dead at 25 after cancer battle
Former OHL player Jacob Winterton, older brother of Seattle Kraken center Ryan Winterton, has died at after 25 after a battle with cancer, the league confirmed.
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