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BREAKING: NHL Legend Gets Rushed to the Hospital at 70 Years Old


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Julien Trekker
February 5, 2024  (1:46 PM)
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Lanny McDonald in a game with the Calgary Flames.
Photo credit: Sportsnet

In a recent update, it has come to light that hockey legend Lanny McDonald was rushed to the hospital following the NHL All-Star weekend in Toronto due to a cardiac event.

NHL Legend Lanny McDonald Rushed to the Hospital After Cardiac Event

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One of hockey's iconic figures, Lanny McDonald, is expressing his gratitude today after he suffered a cardiac event over the weekend while traveling home from the NHL All-Star game in Toronto. In a heartfelt message, he thanked the two nurses who stopped to help him.
Read his full declaration here:
It's true that that even old tough guys need some help sometimes; today, I want to extend my overwhelming gratitude to many members of our community. After spending a weekend wowed by hockey's best at the All-Star game in Toronto, I had a cardiac event after arriving back at the Calgary Airport yesterday.

Two selfless nurses who were passing by to catch their own flights immediately jumped into action. In the rush of the moment, Ardell wasn't able to get their names, but we are eternally grateful for their care and action... I owe them my life.

Further, to the incredible team of first responders from the Calgary Airport Police, Calgary Paramedics, Calgary Fire, and WestJet- I wish I could thank you all personally, as I know there were so many involved. They provided the highest degree of support, kindness and professionalism, and I am humbled to have been the recipient of their speed and expertise. Now here at the hospital, the amazing care continues, every nurse and doctor better than the next.

Thank you for the well wishes (news travels fast!). While I hang out here as the professionals figure out next steps for the ol' ticker, I'll try to convince the team here to bet on the Chiefs next Sunday, and never stop cheering for our Flames.

Lanny
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We're glad he's better and we wish him the best as he continues his recovery.

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