ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A professional hockey player who spent time with the Athens Rock Lobsters died over the weekend. He was just 25.

Orca Wiesblatt died in a car accident over the weekend, according to the ECHL (formerly East Coast Hockey League).

A professional hockey player who spent time with the Athens Rock Lobsters died over the weekend. He was just 25. Orca Wiesblatt died in a car accident over the weekend, according to the ECHL (formerly East Coast Hockey League). (Athens Rock Lobsters)

Wiesblatt signed a contract with the Allen Americans for the 2025-26 season, according to the league. Last season, he had 42 points (17 goals, 25 assists) in 37 games with Athens, which is part of the Federal Prospects Hockey League.

“Orca will always be remembered for his energ

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