Avalanche defenceman Samuel Girard enters NHL player assistance program

Colorado Avalanche defenceman Samuel Girard says anxiety and depression leading to alcohol abuse led him to seek treatment from the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program.

Avalanche defenceman Samuel Girard enters NHL player assistance program
Men's hockey player advances the puck against an NHL opponent during game action in Denver, Colo.

Colorado Avalanche defenceman Samuel Girard says anxiety and depression leading to alcohol abuse led him to seek treatment from the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program.