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Former Oilers goaltender falls on hard times and enters the NHLPA's Player Assistance Program

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Tom Banks
October 4, 2024  (4:04 PM)
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Jack Campbell of the Edmonton Oilers.
Photo credit: CTV News Edmonton

Jack Campbell has been under immense pressure over the years in the NHL, and now it appears he's taking time away to join the NHLPA's Player Assistance Program.

The NHL comes with so much pressure and so much stress for players, and while it looks easy to handle from the outside looking in, it definitely takes its toll on the players. That is one of many reasons why the NHLPA established their Player Assistance Program, as it allows players dealing with mental health issues, addiction or anything else to be supported by professionals, and it's certainly helped many, many players since it was introduced.

Now, former Edmonton Oilers goaltender Jack Campbell has been the latest player admitted to the program with the regular season in Detroit right around the corner, as first reported by TSN's Chris Johnston on Friday.

While there's no reason listed as to why Campbell has entered the program, it's great to see a player admitting that they need help, and we certainly hope that whatever help Campbell needs, he is getting in this time with some great professional help around him.

It's unclear how long Campbell will be a part of the program, as he has been listed as out for an indefinite time, but with a great support system around him, this will be good for the veteran in the long run. Overall, we wish Jack all the best with whatever he is dealing with, and we hope that he can get back on the ice and get back to 100% health both mentally and physically moving forward.

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