Sports Jimmy Hayes, 31-year-old hockey player, ‘was a giant of a young guy’ with a huge heart August 25, 2021Scooby Axson, USA TODAYComments Off on Jimmy Hayes, 31-year-old hockey player, ‘was a giant of a young guy’ with a huge heart Jimmy Hayes, 31, was found dead Monday in his Boston-area home. The former NHL player will be remembered for his huge heart and smile.