Tragic news strikes the hockey community following the passing of 29-year old star
The hockey world is mourning the passing of a 29-year-old hockey player following a heartbreaking announcement on Friday evening.
The Toledo Mobsters, a AAA semi-pro hockey team in Toledo, OH tragically confirmed the passing of a 29-year-old hockey player Johnny Bonta.
The community of Toledo Ohio will forever be affected by the news of Bonta's passing as he was beloved member of his community, and his teammates.
The Toledo Mobsters made a heartbreaking post on social media confirming his passing and commemorating his loss on Friday:
We will miss you Johnny! Your family, friends, teammates are in our hearts, thoughts, and prayers.
RIP on the pond in heaven Johnny.
Love you Brother
Bonta was a superstar player in the APHL. In just 12 games with the Mobsters this season he managed to record an insane 42 points before his passing.
His life was tragically cut short at the age of 29 on January 23, 2025.
His brother left playing hockey and pursued a career as a proven marketing and sales expert.
While Johnny's brother, Jacob would take a different life path from hockey, Johnny Bonta continued to pursue his life long dream of playing professional hockey.
Johnny originally made a name for himself when he first began his career with the Blue Ridge Bobcats which is a team in the FPHL, and would go on to play in multiple different leagues like the Cincinnati Street Hockey League (CSHL) and the American Premiere Hockey League (APHL).
On behalf of the NY Rangers Insider we send our thoughts and prayers to the Bonta family, his friends, and teammates as they navigate through this difficult time.
May you Rest in Peace Johnny.
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