Craig Laughlin, beloved TV analyst for the Washington Capitals, underwent open-heart surgery to repair a bicuspid aortic valve and a blocked artery. Announcing the surgery on social media, Laughlin expressed his confidence and gratitude for the support from his family and fans. During his recovery, he received encouragement from Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin, who donned a Locker Strong shirt in solidarity. Laughlin is motivated by Ovechkin's pursuit of NHL records and hopes to return to work as the Capitals make a playoff push, eagerly looking forward to the team's season ahead.
My open heart surgery is scheduled for tomorrow morning and I am confident and ready for the challenge. From me and my entire family, thank you all for your continued love, support, and prayers. #LockerStrong❤️
I'm focused on it, I want to meet it head on, I'm optimistic and confident that I'm going to return better than I was right now.
I just want [everyone] to know I love and cherish what I do. I look forward to the great run that the Caps are going to have the rest of the season.
Ovechkin's support is notable as Laughlin has cited the Capitals captain's chase of Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record as motivation to get him back to the TV booth.
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