ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard will be away from the team indefinitely while he receives care from the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program.
Girard cited anxiety and depression leading to alcohol abuse as the reason for entering the program. He had been away from the Avalanche for personal reasons.
A statement from CAA Hockey client Sam Girard. pic.twitter.com/IE4hlAG0ZI
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The 25-year-old will continue to be paid while getting treatment.
His father in a social media post earlier in the day said Girard was in good hands. The Roberval, Quebec, native is in his seventh full NHL season.
