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Blues' Jay Bouwmeester Says He's 'On the Road to Recovery' After Cardiac Episode

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St. Louis Blues defenseman Jay Bouwmeester has issued a statement thanking those who helped and supported him following his cardiac episode and letting fans know he is on the mend:

"I would sincerely like to thank all of the trainers from both the St. Louis Blues and Anaheim Ducks, as well as all of the first responders, the Anaheim medical staff and the team at the UCI Medical Center for their quick actions on Feb. 11.

"Our family has felt the support of the entire National Hockey League family and the city of St.