Jordan Murray: Ice hockey pro revived after cardiac arrest – The first hours after the drama
Shock moment at the ice hockey rink: 33-year-old pro Jordan Murray collapsed completely unexpectedly on the ice on Tuesday evening. Teammates and opponents watched in horror as the player lay motionless – doctors rushed over immediately and began resuscitation efforts.
As club officials later announced, paramedics managed to stabilise Jordan Murray after minutes of effort. He was immediately rushed to a hospital. The game was of course called off – ice hockey was just a side note at that moment.
The dramatic minutes that shook everyone
It was the second period when Jordan Murray went down without any external contact. Referees immediately stopped the game, urgently calling for medical staff. What happened next left the 4,500 spectators in stunned silence:
- Emergency responders started CPR right on the ice.
- A defibrillator was used to get his heart going again.
- Players from both teams formed a protective shield, many in tears.
- After about ten minutes, there were first signs that Murray was breathing on his own again.
"That was the worst thing I've experienced in 20 years of ice hockey," said a visibly shaken coach after the game. The league expressed deep sympathy and sent an official get-well message to the Canadian.
Who is Jordan Murray?
The defenseman from Canada has been playing in the German Ice Hockey League for two years and has built an excellent reputation here. Known for his physical style of play, but also for his fair conduct, he is popular with both fans and teammates. His journey through professional sports has been quite an odyssey: from North America to Sweden to Germany – he's left his mark everywhere.
Later that night, the club updated the public: Jordan Murray was out of danger, but in the ICU for further monitoring. The exact cause of the collapse is now being investigated. Heart problems? A previously undetected defect? Doctors aim to provide clarity in the coming days.
The ice hockey world holds its breath. Under the hashtag #PrayForJordan, thousands of fans are expressing their support, lighting virtual candles and hoping for a speedy return for the 33-year-old. Stars from the NHL also sent get-well wishes via social media.
We'll stay on top of this story and report as soon as there's news on Jordan Murray. One thing's for sure: The image of the collapsed player will linger for a long time – and the relief that he could be saved is immense.