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Matiss Kivlenieks died a hero saving Merzlikins, wife : r/sports
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Matiss Kivlenieks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights
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The CBJ Artillery] “He saved my son, he saved my wife, and he saved me. My son's second name is gonna be Matiss He died a hero.” - Elvis Merzlikins : r/hockey
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Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks saved teammate and pregnant woman from firework that killed him
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Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks, 24, killed by firework at home of coach Manny Legace
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Columbus Blue Jackets goalie dies after fireworks incident in Novi
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NHL Goalie Matiss Kivlenieks Dead at 24, Struck By Firework in July 4th Incident
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Autopsy: Columbus goalie Matiss Kivlenieks died of chest trauma
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Matiss Kivlenieks: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights
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Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks, 24, killed by firework at home of coach Manny Legace
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Matiss Kivlenieks 'Died a Hero' in Fireworks Accident, Teammate Says
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Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks, 24, killed by firework at home of coach Manny Legace
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Columbus Blue Jackets goalie dies after fireworks accident