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Oskar Lindblom’s courageous return to the ice was bigger than hockey

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In hockey, perseverance is widely celebrated. Whether it's coming back from a big injury or a personal tragedy, the hockey community will come together to celebrate one of its own. No one knows that better than Oskar Lindblom.

While his NHL days are behind him, Lindblom's story will always bring a smile to anyone's face. It was the same smile that never left his face during his career. It felt like you couldn't have a bad day when you were around Lindblom. One look at his smile and it would bring a smile to your face.

A fifth-round pick in 2014, Lindblom carved out a rather solid career for himself.