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Popular Vancouver Canucks reporter Jason Botchford dies at 48

Much-loved writer focused on the Vancouver NHL team, with bylines across the country
Ashley Wadhwani-Smith
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Jason Botchford (Screenshot via The Province)

Well-known Vancouver sports reporter Jason Botchford has died at the age of 48.

According to a statement from his family Wednesday morning, the longtime Vancouver Canucks journalist died of apparent heart failure.

Botchford, originally from Aurora, Ont., became popular for his coverage of the National Hockey League team, first at the Vancouver Province, and then The Athletic Vancouver, TSN Radio and television.

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He leaves behind three children and his wife, Kathryn Botchford.

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About the Author: Ashley Wadhwani-Smith

I began my journalistic journey at Black Press Media as a community reporter in my hometown of Maple Ridge, B.C.
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