Rest easy, Washington Capitals fans! “I’ve been advised by my group of doctors that I need heart surgery,” iconic NHL broadcaster and former player Craig Laughlin told the media last month, and it looks like he’s finally out of the woods. The long-time Washington color analyst stepped away from the game to focus on his health, but he could be on his way back, and soon!
After the Capitals fans noticed the absence of their favorite commentator in several matches without any explanation, they feared the worst. However, it seems like the 67-year-old has come out of the troubled waters with flying colors.
In his recent social media update on X from February 11, the legendary Washington Capitals figure shared his health condition with a beaming smile. Noting how his open heart surgery from one week ago was a successful affair, Laughlin wrote, “I am thankful to now be at home recovering after spending 6 days in the hospital & I am so grateful for my incredible surgeon, Dr. MacGillivray, and my entire care team.”
He also revealed that he’s still on cautionary safety and treatment plans like LTIR (Lost Time Incident Rate) and UBI (ultraviolet blood irradiation). However, thankfully, the doctors and staff of the MedStar Washington Hospital Center have been more than helpful in ensuring the ex-Washington Capitals star’s recovery was on the right track.
One week ago I had open heart surgery. I am thankful to now be at home recovering after spending 6 days in the hospital & I am so grateful for my incredible surgeon, Dr. MacGillivray, and my entire care team at @MedStarWHC. On LTIR with a UBI but I’ll be back! #LockerStrong pic.twitter.com/EmkdQKpfye
— Craig Laughlin (@Laughlin18) February 12, 2025
Just days ago, during the match between Washington and Florida, fans were elated after getting an update on Craig’s health over the PA. The entire Capital One Arena stood on its feet to laud the good news, and now, it looks like Laughlin will soon be able to talk about his condition by himself! Certainly, it’s news to rejoice over!
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