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A magical scene took place at the Bell Centre after the Canadiens’ Game 3 victory against the Buffalo Sabres.<\/p>\n
Martin St-Louis and the members of the media present in the press room paid tribute to journalist Renaud Lavoie during the post-game press conference.<\/p>\n
The gesture came in support of Lavoie, who recently revealed that he suffered two strokes during the first-round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning.<\/p>\n
This is exactly the kind of human moment that goes far beyond hockey.<\/p>\n
“Such a special moment at Centre Bell.<\/p>\n
The media & Montreal head coach Martin St. Louis showing support for Canadiens broadcaster Renaud Lavoie, who recently suffered a stroke, in the press room in Montreal following Game 3″<\/p>\n
– Claire Hanna<\/p>\n
A scene that touches the heart.<\/p>\n
Renaud Lavoie’s recovery continues as the hockey world sends support<\/p>\n
Lavoie had shared his story publicly a few days ago in an open letter marked by rare honesty.<\/p>\n
The TVA Sports journalist explained that he felt a “pop” on the right side of his head after a physical training session at the Bell Centre.<\/p>\n
The symptoms then escalated quickly.<\/p>\n
A tear in the carotid artery.<\/p>\n
Two strokes confirmed by MRI.<\/p>\n
Lavoie was fortunate despite the misfortune.<\/p>\n
His quick reaction likely saved his life.<\/p>\n
And now, the hockey world continues to send him messages of support as his recovery progresses.<\/p>\n
For Martin St-Louis, this is exactly the kind of gesture that defines a great coach.<\/p>\n
He also took the time to check on Renaud’s health condition, which is truly admirable.<\/p>\n
It is also a testament to the respect Lavoie has built over his years covering the Canadiens and hockey in general.<\/p>\n
All the journalists present in the press room took part in the moment.<\/p>\n
Everything stopped for a few moments to acknowledge a colleague who deserves all the love possible right now.<\/p>\n
Lavoie continues to recover at home. He has already posted a few tweets on his social media accounts in recent days, showing that he is still keeping an eye on hockey despite everything.<\/p>\n
The date of his official return to the air remains unknown.<\/p>\n
And that is exactly the right approach. No pressure. No tight timeline.<\/p>\n
Just patience to allow for a full recovery.<\/p>\n
The entire hockey community is sending its best thoughts to the journalist.<\/p>\n
Previously on Montreal Hockey Fanatics<\/p>\n
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Would you like to see Renaud Lavoie return to TVA Sports soon to call the Canadiens’ upcoming games?<\/p>\n
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