Chase Stegall, son of Milt Stegall, dies at 20

Chase Stegall, the son of Winnipeg Blue Bombers legend and CFL on TSN crew member Milt Stegall, died Monday morning at the age of 20.

Stegall was a midfielder on the men's soccer team at DePaul University in Chicago. In a statement issued Monday, the school remembered him as a “beloved” member of the program.

"We are heartbroken by the unexpected loss of Chase Stegall, a cherished member of our community, dedicated teammate and kind-hearted friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chase's family, friends, teammates and all who loved him. In the coming days, we will support Chase's family and teammates through this devastating time. His loss will be deeply felt across our entire Athletics and university family and his memory will forever be a part of DePaul University,” DePaul Athletics said.

The school said details of a memorial service are forthcoming and will be announced when available.

Wade Miller, president and CEO of the Blue Bombers, also shared a statement on behalf of the organization.

“We are heartbroken to learn of the sudden and tragic passing of Chase Stegall, beloved son of Blue Bombers legend Milt Stegall. Chase was a bright and talented man with a promising future, and his loss is felt deeply across our entire Blue Bombers family. Our hearts go out to Milt, Darlene, and the entire Stegall family during this unimaginable time. We mourn with them and extend our deepest condolences, love and support.”

“It’s difficult to imagine a more devastating tragedy than the loss of a young son or daughter," added CFL commissioner Stewart Johnston in a statement. "The hearts of everyone in the CFL, and our legion of fans, go out to our dear friend Milt Stegall and the entire Stegall family upon news of the sudden passing of his son Chase Stegall.

"A soccer player at DePaul University in Chicago, Chase is already being remembered as a gifted athlete, a kindhearted friend and someone who had a positive effect on all who knew him – qualities synonymous with the Stegall name here in Canada.”

"The hearts of everyone at TSN are with analyst and CFL legend Milt Stegall and his family following the sudden passing of his son, Chase Stegall," said TSN in a statement. "A soccer player at DePaul University in Chicago, Chase was known as a dedicated teammate and devoted friend, but first and foremost as a cherished son and brother.

"Milt values family above all else, and as a beloved member of our TSN family, his unimaginable loss is felt by all of us. We extend our deepest condolences and support to the entire Stegall family, and everyone who loved Chase. We are keeping them in our thoughts during this difficult time"