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Janice · 02-17-2005, 10:28 AM

Tedy hangs tough -- Pats star on mend after mild stroke

Tedy Bruschi, the Patriots heart and soul, is fighting back after suffering a mild stroke.
The popular linebacker, who complained of blurred vision and headaches, may be released from Massachusetts General Hospital as early as today.
``It has been determined that these symptoms were the results of a mild stroke,'' team spokesman Stacey James said last night. ``Tedy is in good condition and, as always, his spirits are high.''
Bruschi, 31, was said to show marked improvement from Wednesday, when he entered the hospital suffering blurred vision and a loss of feeling in his right side.
``He kind of snapped out of it (yesterday), but he was in rough shape on Wednesday,'' one source said.
Bruschi's football future remains in question. Sources say Bruschi, with the help of his doctors, will determine that over the coming weeks and months.
Bruschi was taking phone calls and e-mails from his hospital bed alongside his wife, Heidi. Bruschi also received visitors, including Patriots owner Robert Kraft and his wife, Myra, and at least one teammate, in the private suite tucked away in a corner of MGH's exclusive Phillips House.
``He is walking and talking normally and stressed that he would like to thank everyone for keeping him and his family in their thoughts and prayers. The outpouring of support has been overwhelming, and the Bruschi family is very appreciative,'' James said.
Although Bruschi is ready to check out of the hospital, a source said his eyesight has not returned 100 percent.
It's still not known what triggered the episode that led to Bruschi being rushed via ambulance to the hospital from his North Attleboro home Wednesday morning. Heidi Bruschi called 911 and reported her husband was experiencing ``blurred vision'' and ``numbness on his right side,'' according to a transcript of the call released yesterday.
Bruschi played in his first Pro Bowl in Hawaii on Sunday with no apparent problems. He also played all 19 games for the Patriots during the season (including three playoff games), recording 128 tackles and three interceptions.
Bruschi has long been a favorite among coaches, fans and teammates for his fiery play on the field and his emotional nature off of it. Last summer, Bruschi turned down a chance to go to free agency when he signed a four-year, $8 million extension with the Patriots.
Bruschi realized he could have earned more on the open market, but his first priority was remaining a Patriot.
``How much is enough?'' Bruschi said in reference to the money he earns as a pro athlete. ``I couldn't stand the thought of having all those fans who come to the games wearing my jersey seeing me in another uniform.''

moeee · 02-18-2005, 03:03 AM

Im glad he is recovering, say a little prayer for him. Its time for him to retire now.....he has 3 SB rings,there's nothing left for him to prove, his health should be his number 1 concern now.

x3 Taylor x3 · 02-18-2005, 03:47 PM

Hope he gets better, he's the second hottest person on the Patriots.

Brian Damage · 02-19-2005, 01:15 PM

Bruschi is my age, that is very scary. I wish him well.

Janice · 03-16-2005, 09:48 AM

http://www1.whdh.com/news/articles/sports/B71163/

Tedy Bruschi Expected To Have Surgery

BOSTON -- New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi is expected to have surgery tonight, according to sources in Boston.

The team isn't confirming this news yet, but 7News has learned Bruschi is undergoing surgery to repair a hole in his heart. That's what may have caused the mild stroke he suffered last month.

The 31-year-old Bruschi was rushed to the hospital complaining of partial paralysis just two weeks after winning his 3rd Super Bowl ring.

(Copyright 2005 by WHDHTV 7News.

02-17-2005, 10:28 AM	#1
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Patriots' Star Tedy Bruschi Suffers Stroke Tedy hangs tough -- Pats star on mend after mild stroke Tedy Bruschi, the Patriots heart and soul, is fighting back after suffering a mild stroke. The popular linebacker, who complained of blurred vision and headaches, may be released from Massachusetts General Hospital as early as today. ``It has been determined that these symptoms were the results of a mild stroke,'' team spokesman Stacey James said last night. ``Tedy is in good condition and, as always, his spirits are high.'' Bruschi, 31, was said to show marked improvement from Wednesday, when he entered the hospital suffering blurred vision and a loss of feeling in his right side. ``He kind of snapped out of it (yesterday), but he was in rough shape on Wednesday,'' one source said. Bruschi's football future remains in question. Sources say Bruschi, with the help of his doctors, will determine that over the coming weeks and months. Bruschi was taking phone calls and e-mails from his hospital bed alongside his wife, Heidi. Bruschi also received visitors, including Patriots owner Robert Kraft and his wife, Myra, and at least one teammate, in the private suite tucked away in a corner of MGH's exclusive Phillips House. ``He is walking and talking normally and stressed that he would like to thank everyone for keeping him and his family in their thoughts and prayers. The outpouring of support has been overwhelming, and the Bruschi family is very appreciative,'' James said. Although Bruschi is ready to check out of the hospital, a source said his eyesight has not returned 100 percent. It's still not known what triggered the episode that led to Bruschi being rushed via ambulance to the hospital from his North Attleboro home Wednesday morning. Heidi Bruschi called 911 and reported her husband was experiencing ``blurred vision'' and ``numbness on his right side,'' according to a transcript of the call released yesterday. Bruschi played in his first Pro Bowl in Hawaii on Sunday with no apparent problems. He also played all 19 games for the Patriots during the season (including three playoff games), recording 128 tackles and three interceptions. Bruschi has long been a favorite among coaches, fans and teammates for his fiery play on the field and his emotional nature off of it. Last summer, Bruschi turned down a chance to go to free agency when he signed a four-year, $8 million extension with the Patriots. Bruschi realized he could have earned more on the open market, but his first priority was remaining a Patriot. ``How much is enough?'' Bruschi said in reference to the money he earns as a pro athlete. ``I couldn't stand the thought of having all those fans who come to the games wearing my jersey seeing me in another uniform.'' Attached Images
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02-18-2005, 03:47 PM	#3
x3 Taylor x3 Yeahh man Senior Member Join Date: Jan 28, 2004 Posts: 1,741	Hope he gets better, he's the second hottest person on the Patriots.
	__________________ Eat brains motha ****a!!!

03-16-2005, 09:48 AM	#5
Janice Retired Admin - Hollywood Swingin' Forum Legend Join Date: Aug 03, 2001 Location: Beantown Posts: 36,388	Update http://www1.whdh.com/news/articles/sports/B71163/ Tedy Bruschi Expected To Have Surgery BOSTON -- New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi is expected to have surgery tonight, according to sources in Boston. The team isn't confirming this news yet, but 7News has learned Bruschi is undergoing surgery to repair a hole in his heart. That's what may have caused the mild stroke he suffered last month. The 31-year-old Bruschi was rushed to the hospital complaining of partial paralysis just two weeks after winning his 3rd Super Bowl ring. (Copyright 2005 by WHDHTV 7News.

02-18-2005, 03:03 AM	#2
moeee Peanut Butter Ice Cream Pie Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 31, 2003 Posts: 40,094	Im glad he is recovering, say a little prayer for him. Its time for him to retire now.....he has 3 SB rings,there's nothing left for him to prove, his health should be his number 1 concern now.

02-19-2005, 01:15 PM	#4
Brian Damage I'm Rich Bitch Forum Icon Join Date: Feb 03, 2002 Location: What Ain't No Country I Ever Heard Of...They Speak English in What? Posts: 63,107	Bruschi is my age, that is very scary. I wish him well.