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Posted by By NBC5 News Staff April 26, 2023 on Jun 21st 2023

NY goalie saved by teammates following heart attack

NY goalie saved by teammates following heart attack
A New York hockey goalie who suffered a heart attack is recovering thanks to the quick thinking and know-how of his teammates.

Three times a week, 62-year-old Drew Lazarus plays goalie at the Westchester Skating Academy. While on the way home from a recent game, Lazarus suffered cardiac arrest and crashed his vehicle.

His teammates were able to spot his car and smashed a window before administering CPR and calling 911.

Lazarus was then rushed to a nearby hospital, where he spent five days before being released.

The men said the experience taught them a valuable lesson about heart health.

"About 10 of the guys have gone to the cardiologist, and we're really promoting a lot of things that guys in the over 50 league should be doing to be healthy," said Todd Levy, Lazarus' team captain. "I would have never thought this would happen."