Brantt Myhres is a former NHL fighter who has his own podcast, where he invites former players to address substance misuse difficulties and terrible anecdotes from their careers.
Carey Price, Myhres’ guest on the Unhammered podcast two weeks ago, spoke candidly about his two years of recovery.
This week’s episode featured former Montreal Canadiens defenseman Sheldon Souray.
I warn you that the stories told are sad and shocking, but the interview itself is wonderful.
Around 20 minutes in, Souray shared an unusual anecdote.
You have to appreciate that Souray had a lengthy injury history when he entered the free agent market in 2007, following six seasons with Montreal.
Before landing in Edmonton, he had endured many concussions and had four or five shoulder surgeries. He felt unsure about himself.
Souray had a concussion during his third season in Edmonton, 2009-2010, and missed the first half.
Jarome Iginla accidently pinched Souray’s skate, causing him to tumble hard against the boards.
When he returned, Edmonton faced the Calgary Flames, including Jarome Iginla.
Souray had no guilt for the former Flames player, but Tom Renney, who was co-coaching
Around 20 minutes in, Souray shared an unusual anecdote.
You have to appreciate that Souray had a lengthy injury history when he entered the free agent market in 2007, following six seasons with Montreal.
Before landing in Edmonton, he had endured many concussions and had four or five shoulder surgeries. He felt unsure about himself.
Souray had a concussion during his third season in Edmonton, 2009-2010, and missed the first half.
Jarome Iginla accidently pinched Souray’s skate, causing him to tumble hard against the boards.
When he returned, Edmonton faced the Calgary Flames, including Jarome Iginla.
Souray had no guilt for the former Flames player, but Tom Renney, who was co-coaching
