Hockey Legend Lanny McDonald Suffers Cardiac Event After NHL All-Star Game

Hockey Hall of Famer Lanny McDonald experienced a cardiac event on Sunday following his return from the NHL‘s all-star game in Toronto. The 70-year-old, known for his remarkable career as a forward with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Rockies, and Flames, took to Instagram on Monday to share that he received assistance from two unnamed nurses at Calgary International Airport who were heading to their own flights. McDonald expressed his gratitude towards these nurses, acknowledging that they saved his life.

Currently in the hospital under the care of doctors and nurses, McDonald is looking forward to watching the upcoming Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers. Despite the circumstances, he remains passionate in supporting his beloved Flames.

McDonald’s career spanned 17 NHL seasons, where he recorded an impressive 500 goals and 506 assists in 1,111 games. He played an integral role as co-captain of the Flames during their 1989 Stanley Cup victory, proving himself to be a remarkable leader both on and off the ice.

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the sport, McDonald was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1992. Additionally, he received the esteemed Order of Canada in 2022 for his significant impact on hockey and his dedication to community service.