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Toronto sports teams, athletes mourn death of Rob Ford

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Former Toronto mayor Rob Ford, a loyal sports fan, was remembered by the Toronto sports community after he died Tuesday morning at age 46.

Some Toronto athletes expressed their sympathies, including Blue Jays outfielder Dalton Pompey and NBA point guard Tyler Ennis - both Toronto-area natives - as well as Toronto Argonauts defensive back Matt Black.

Even tho I didn't always agree or approve of #MayorRobFord's choice of words and personal choices. I've always respected him. Why you might ask? Because he was REAL! He had real problems, he was visible and real with people in the community, he had real passion in his heart for our communities, our youth, and our city! Just like real everyday people, he was far from perfect. But he took time to help others, he gave back to our city and he repped #Toronto 24/7/365! "May he without sin, cast the first stone..." None of us are perfect. Be we can all take a page out of Rob Fords book. Give back to this beautiful city we call home, make it a better place for the future generations and respect the good, hard work he did for so many. Rest In Peace Rob Ford. My deepest condolences go out to his family. #Rip #MayorFord #RobFord #Toronto #TheSix #TheSixSide #416 #647 #CancerSucks

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Ford was well-known for his love of sports, particularly football and the Argonauts, and was regularly seen in the stands supporting his city's franchises. He was also named to the Hockey Hall of Fame's board of directors last April.

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