Ron Duguay is back in the hospital after a frightening fall at home left the former NHL star unconscious, injured, and in need of ambulance transport on Friday.
His daughter shared the update on social media, posting video from the scene and laying out just how serious the situation became. According to her, Duguay “He fainted at home, was unconscious, injured a few parts of his face, and knocked out a few teeth in the fall… this time, it wasn’t from hockey,” she wrote on Instagram.
She said he was taken by ambulance to the hospital, where doctors ran extensive tests and found that he was severely dehydrated and having trouble eating because of how sick he had been feeling. The tests also revealed varices, portal hypertensive gastropathy, internal bleeding, and an ulcer. Cancer in his liver, combined with earlier surgery and chemotherapy, had created dangerous pressure that backed up into his stomach.
Duguay is now receiving blood transfusions while doctors monitor his condition. His daughter said he remains strong, positive, and full of faith despite the setback, and she asked for continued prayers while promising more updates.
The latest scare comes five months after the family first revealed his stage IV colon cancer diagnosis earlier this year. A GoFundMe was launched to help with mounting medical expenses and travel for treatment.
Sarah Palin has been by his side through much of the process. The former Alaska governor and Duguay have been linked since 2022, though they have never formally confirmed their relationship status.
Duguay played 12 seasons in the NHL from 1977 to 1989, suiting up for the New York Rangers, Detroit Red Wings, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Los Angeles Kings. He finished his career with 216 goals and 320 assists for 536 points.
After his playing days ended, he became a familiar face on MSG Network, where he worked as a Rangers analyst for more than a decade. The family says it’s now focused on his recovery and grateful for the support pouring in from the hockey world.
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