Grant Fuhr's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Ice Hockey

Grant Fuhr's Sports Injuries Table

Type Area Date Consequences Content How It Happened Recovery Duration Rehabilitation Details Impact On Career Psychological Impact Previous Injuries Return To Competition Severity Treatment Medical Staff Long Term Impact Preventive Measures Competition Missed Initial Symptoms Re Injury Risk Support System Rehabilitation Location
Fractures Left Wrist 1996-11-09 Missed several weeks of the season. Grant Fuhr fractured his left wrist in November 1996 after being struck by a puck. The injury required immobilization and a period of rest. Hit by a puck during a game. 8 weeks Wrist was immobilized followed by gradual strengthening exercises. Moderate impact; returned to play after recovery. Determination to return stronger. No prior wrist injuries reported. Returned after 8 weeks. Moderate Immobilization and physical therapy. Team doctors and physiotherapists. Occasional soreness but no significant issues. Protective gear and wrist strengthening. Missed 10 games. Pain and swelling in the left wrist. Low risk of re-injury. Supported by team and medical staff. Team facilities.
Ligament Injuries Left Knee 1990-03-21 Season-ending injury. In March 1990, Grant Fuhr tore a ligament in his left knee following a collision with an opposing player. The injury required surgery and ended his season prematurely. Collision with another player during a game. 6 months Underwent surgery followed by extensive rehabilitation. Significant impact; missed remainder of the season. Frustration and determination to recover. No prior knee injuries reported. Returned at the start of the next season. Severe Surgery and rehabilitation. Orthopedic surgeon and physiotherapists. Required ongoing management and strengthening. Knee braces and targeted exercises. Missed the remainder of the season. Severe pain and instability in the left knee. Elevated risk of future knee injuries. Extensive support from team, family, and medical staff. Specialized sports rehabilitation center.
Sprains Right Ankle 1988-02-14 Missed several games. Grant Fuhr suffered a right ankle sprain during a practice session in February 1988. The injury caused him to miss several games, but he was able to return to the lineup later in the season. Twisted ankle during practice. 3 weeks Underwent physical therapy and strengthening exercises. Minor impact; quickly returned to form. No significant psychological impact reported. None reported in same area. Returned after 3 weeks. Moderate Physical therapy, rest, and ice. Team doctors and physiotherapists. No long-term impact reported. Ankle braces and regular strengthening exercises. Missed 5 games. Pain and swelling in the right ankle. Moderate risk of re-injury. Supported by team and medical staff. Team facilities.
Strains Right Groin 1999-01-04 Missed several games. In January 1999, Grant Fuhr strained his right groin muscle while making a save during a game. The injury caused him to miss a few games but did not have a lasting impact on his play. Overstretched while making a save. 2 weeks Rest and gradual reintroduction of activity. Minor impact; quickly returned to form. Frustration but remained focused. No prior groin injuries reported. Returned after 2 weeks. Mild Rest, ice, and physical therapy. Team physiotherapists. No long-term impact reported. Regular stretching and strengthening. Missed 3 games. Pain and tightness in the right groin. Moderate risk of re-injury. Supported by team and medical staff. Team facilities.

Grant Fuhr's Sports Injuries Videos

Kypreos injures Grant Fuhr in 1996

April 18, 1996 - Western Conference Quarterfinals, Game 2 - Grant Fuhr's season comes to an abrupt end when Nick Kypreos runs into him...
Video thumb: Kypreos injures Grant Fuhr in 1996

Mats Sundin Knocks Out Grant Fuhr with One Shot

The other gentleman out there is Dr. Rick Leman, the Blues' orthopedic surgeon. Sundin had to aim high because Al MacInnis was sliding to block the shot, so he shot over MacInnis and hit Fuhr. In the replay, you can see Sundin looking for Gilmore, but when he decides to take the shot, MacInnis slides down, forcing Sundin to lift the puck over him, hitting Fuhr in the face. Blues trainer Ray Barile and Dr. Rick Leman are still on the ice. The replay shows MacInnis coming, and Sundin shoots over him, causing Fuhr's helmet to pop up from the velocity of the shot.
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Grant Fuhr was the first Black player in the Hall of Fame.

The goaltender of the Edmonton Oilers' five-time Cup-winning 1980s dynasty was the first black player elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Video thumb: Grant Fuhr was the first Black player in the Hall of Fame.

Dominik Hasek replaced Grant Fuhr (February 27, 1993)

Dominik Hasek makes an appearance as the Buffalo Sabres' goaltender for the third period, replacing Grant Fuhr. Hasek, obtained from Chicago, has a record of 10 wins, 9 losses, and 2 ties this season, with a 3.24 goals-against average. The game is against the Montreal Canadiens, who are leading 7-2. The commentary discusses other ongoing NHL games and various players, including Brian Bellows, who has scored four goals for the Canadiens. The Sabres go on a power play after Bellows receives a penalty for cross-checking. The game reflects a typical NHL match with power plays and penalties, and the Sabres aim to capitalize on their opportunities against the Canadiens.
Video thumb: Dominik Hasek replaced Grant Fuhr (February 27, 1993)