Patriots Players Wish Tedy Bruschi ‘Complete Recovery’ Following Stroke

Tedy Bruschi suffered his second stroke, and the New England Patriots delivered a message of support.

Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft made a statement on behalf of his team, and wished Bruschi a complete recovery.

“While shocked to hear of his recent stroke … we are relieved to learn that he recognized the early symptoms and immediately sought and received treatment,” the statement says. “On behalf of the entire Patriots organization, we extend our love, thoughts and prays to Tedy and the Bruschi family while we wish him godspeed in a complete recovery.”

Tedy’s Team released a statement to confirm his stroke. Luckily, he is recovering really well.

“Yesterday afternoon, Tedy had a stroke known as a TIA. He recognized the warning signs immediately: arm weakness, face drooping and speech difficulties. Tedy is recovering well, and would like to thank the nurses, doctors and staff at Sturdy Memorial Hospital for all they have done. Tedy and his family thank you for your ongoing encouragement, and kindly ask for privacy at this time.”

This isn’t the first stroke the former Patriots linebacker suffered. He already had one in 2005 three days after New England won the Super Bowl.Spaulding Rehabilitation’s web site has the details of the linebacker’s first stroke and the recovery process.

“But February 15, 2005, was different. Having just won his third Super Bowl and competed in his first Pro Bowl, Tedy Bruschi, the New England Patriots linebacker, developed a blood clot that caused him to suffer a mild stroke.

“His wife called 911, and Tedy was rushed to Massachusetts General Hospital. The team at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital also sprang into action, working with trainers from the Patriots on Tedy’s rehabilitation plan.

“In collaboration with the Patriots’ staff, the Spaulding team developed a physical therapy plan for Tedy that required hard work, perseverance and total commitment from Tedy, his doctors and his therapists. His rehabilitation inspired fans who longed for Tedy’s return to the defensive squad.”

Tedy Bruschi has been really active, and he even took part in the Boston Marathon this spring. He finished it, of course.

“This is a Super Bowl Ring right here,” Bruschi said while holding up his Boston Marathon medal. “I put it right up there with them because of everything that’s gotta go into this. I mean, Boston is fantastic for this race. My team they inspired me to run again — Tedy’s team.”