He was genuinely one of the nicest guys I've ever known. It was unexpected since we were under the impression that he would be ok. But I guess not.

Sorry pal. At least he's not stricken with cancer anymore, if you want to think of it in terms of him not suffering anymore. Still though, love you pal stay strong.

Yeah that's how I usually think about it, but it's tough when it was someone pretty close. I'm doing alright though. Just not really thinking about it for now at least until there's a ceremony for it etc. I'm certainly glad he's not suffering anymore.

I just realized Rich Piana died last year.. I always appreciated how open he was about his drug use and the problems in the body building world.

I came across his videos last year not knowing he had died until a bit after. He was entertaining to watch.

Ray Emery

Former Blackhawks goaltender Ray Emery drowns in Hamilton, Ontario - Chicago Tribune

Am I too ****ed up or does that article fail to mention what body of water he was in?

Dang, you're right. I just linked to the first article that came up.

Details:

Former goalie Ray Emery drowns while swimming

I don’t know the athlete but that’s terrible reporting

Journalism has been dead for a while. R.I.P.