Canadian NHL prospect at Arizona State remains hospitalized after collapsing at outdoor workouts
Matthew Mayich, a 21-year-old NHL prospect for the St. Louis Blues, is hospitalized after collapsing during an outdoor training session at Arizona State University. The incident occurred during an extreme heat warning in Tempe, Arizona, and is being treated as a heat-related illness.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the growing risks of extreme heat exposure for athletes and the importance of safety protocols in collegiate sports.
Matthew Mayich celebrated his selection in the NHL draft (170th overall) by the St. Louis Blues in 2023. While training with his Arizona State teammates last week, he collapsed during outdoor exercises. Bruce Bennett/Getty Images
The article provides a factual, objective account of a medical emergency without editorializing.
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