Sending our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Matthew Wuest.
Kristen Lipscombe of the Metro Halifax: CapGeek founder Matthew Wuest has passed away tonight after a battle with cancer.
The former Metro Halifax sports reporter and CapGeek founder was always the one writing the stories, often shying away from having stories written about him.
Wuest died during the early morning hours Thursday at Victoria General Hospital in Halifax, wife Melanie Patten by his side, following a two-and-a-half year battle with colon cancer.
Chris Peters of CBS Sports: “But the loss of CapGeek pales in comparison to losing Wuest. He was a pioneer, an innovator, he made the game better and he never seemed to crave the recognition for any of it. A humble soul, indeed.”
PHWA: “Our condolences are with Matthew Wuest’s family after his passing. Wuest was a pioneer and had a tremendous impact on hockey reporting.”
Daren Millard: “I never met Matthew Wuest but I was a visitor to @capgeek multiple times a day. I admired his site and the anonymity You are missed. RIP”
Bob McKenzie: “Matt was a very kind and generous young man, always willing to share info with anyone. Deepest condolences to his family and friends.”
Chris Johnston: “Matthew Wuest’s death is being felt by media, hockey fans and front offices around the NHL tonight. His impact cannot be overstated.”
Chris Peters: “Matthew Wuest was a pioneer who made an impact on the league in a way few on the “outside” could.”
Michael Augello: “Cap Geek was a essential to anyone who wanted to know more about the intricacies of NHL salaries and contracts. RIP Matthew Wuest”
67Sound: “Goddamn. RIP Matthew Wuest. He made real what no one else had even dreamed up.”
Steve Simmons: “In memory of Matthew Wuest the NHLPA should open a capgeek-like website in his name. A gesture for players, fans and media”