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Novi officials investigating fireworks death of Matiss Kivlenieks
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Matiss Kivlenieks, Blue Jackets goalie, dies at 24 in tragic accident
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911 callers urged help for hockey player killed by fireworks
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Matiss Kivlenieks fireworks death has some clarity after police report
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Medical examiner: Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks was struck
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Columbus Blue Jackets goalie dies after fireworks accident
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Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks dies in apparent fireworks
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