NHL's Henrik Lundqvist Recovering After Open Heart Surgery, 'Went Really Well'
NHL's Henrik Lundqvist Recovering After Open Heart Surgery ... 'Went Really Well'
Great news from NHL superstar Henrik Lundqvist -- the future Hall of Famer says his recent open heart surgery was a success!!
As we previously reported, the 38-year-old Washington Capitals goalie opted out of the upcoming NHL season last month ... citing an existing heart condition that would prevent him from taking the ice.
Lundqvist underwent a 5-hour procedure earlier this week -- an aortic valve, aortic root, and ascending aortic replacement ... and gave an update on his recovery Friday.
"Day 3. Surgery went really well," Lundqvist said on Twitter. "About 5 hours to get it all taken care of. Really appreciate the great staff here at the Cleveland Clinic."
Lundqvist also shared a cute drawing from his 5-year-old, Juli, with her artistic interpretation of the event.
Day 3. Surgery went really well. About 5 hours to get it all taken care of. Really appreciate the great staff here at the Clevland Clinic. Last few days has been pretty crazy but feel like I’m in really good hands. Every day is a step in the right direction 👍🏻 pic.twitter.com/wjMTosFWQy
— Henrik Lundqvist (@hlundqvist35) January 8, 2021 @hlundqvist35
"Last few days has been pretty crazy but feel like I’m in really good hands. Every day is a step in the right direction."
It's a huge step in the right direction for Lundqvist ... although it has not been announced whether he will be able to return to hockey.
For now, all that matters is that he's doing well.
