NHL Star David Pastrnak's Newborn Son Passes Away Just Days After Birth

David Pastrnak has shared some sad news with his fans – his newborn baby has passed away.

The 25-year-old Boston Bruins player revealed the heartbreaking news on his social media, just days after the newborn’s birth.

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David posted a soft, black-and-white photo of his baby’s feet.

He had welcomed the baby, named Viggo Rohl, with girlfriend Rebecca Rohlsson just last week on June 17.

“Viggo Rohl Pastrnak June 17th 2021 – June 23rd 2021 🕊 We have an Angel watching over us and we call him SON,” David wrote in his tribute. “You will be loved FOREVER.”

He added, “Please respect our privacy as we are going through these heartbreaking times.”

The Bruins organization and David‘s teammates shared their condolences to him and Rebecca in a statement following the tragic news.

“We are heartbroken by the passing of David and Rebecca’s son, Viggo. David and Rebecca are a part of our family and we share in their loss. Please keep them in your thoughts and respect their privacy during this very difficult time,” the statement said via People.