SHEBOYGAN FALLS, Wis. — The hockey world is reeling after the sudden passing of Mike Robinson, a beloved Ontario Hockey League alumnus, who died on September 24, 2025, at just 32 years old.

Robinson, remembered as both a fierce competitor and a gentle soul, leaves behind a lasting legacy that stretches from the rinks of Stouffville, Ontario, to the global hockey stage. His journey through junior hockey, university competition, and professional leagues overseas was marked not only by determination and skill, but by a character that endeared him to teammates, coaches, and fans alike.

Most recently, Robinson had embraced the joys of fatherhood, a role his friends say he cherished above all others. The news of his passing has shaken the tight-knit hockey community, with tributes flooding in from across North America and beyond. Many remember him not just for his presence on the ice, but for the warmth, humility, and resilience he carried off it.

“He was the kind of guy who made everyone around him better — as a player, a teammate, and a friend,” one former coach shared.

The Ontario Hockey League released a statement expressing its condolences, honoring Robinson’s contributions to the game and the lives he touched.

As Sheboygan Falls and the wider hockey world grieve this loss, Robinson’s memory will live on — in the stories shared in locker rooms, in the bonds he forged, and in the love of the family he leaves behind.

A life too short, but one that left a mark far beyond the rink.