Craig Anderson, 1st Star

[CarltonTheBear]

Four days ago Craig Anderson was granted a leave of absence by the Sens for personal reasons. Two days later the reason for that leave was revealed: his wife Nicholle was diagnosed with cancer.  When Ottawa's backup went down with an injury Nicholle encouraged Craig to return to the team and with that he started last nights game against the Oilers.

Anderson made 37 saves and earned a shutout in a 2-0 win, in a game that was obviously emotional for everyone involved. Here's Craig accepting his 1st star honours after the game:

https://twitter.com/a_picazo/status/792944358538346497

www.twitter.com/a_picazo/status/792944358538346497

All the best to him and his family.

 

[WhatIfGodWasALeaf]

Nothing like a good cry into your morning coffee, I was close to tears describing this to my wife.

That person's twitter has some cool little reaction gifs etc on it too.

 

[hockeyfan1]

All the best to the Andersons.  It takes courage and emotional strength on the part of both of them. 

Prayers to both.

 

[TBLeafer]

One for the AGES!