Matt Stajan leaves Flames after infant son's death

Staff report

Matt Stajan leaves Flames after infant son's death image

Calgary Flames center Matt Stajan has missed the team's last four games because of one of the greatest tragedies imaginable: he and his wife Katie lost their infant son, Emerson, who died after his birth on Monday.

From the Flames:

Our thoughts and prayers are with Katie and Matt at this difficult time. We appreciate that everyone has and will continue to respect their privacy during this period.

A private memorial service will take place in the ensuing days.

Stajan, 30, will be away from the Flames indefinitely.

Staff report