Arizona State hockey player suffers cardiac event during workout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:08 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

An Arizona State hockey player collapsed during an outdoor workout at the school on August 20 and is currently hospitalized. Matthew Mayich, 21, a defenseman who transferred from Clarkson this offseason, reportedly experienced a possible cardiac event. The Canadian-Croatian Chamber of Commerce held a virtual prayer session for Mayich on August 25. Arizona State confirmed that a player collapsed but has not publicly identified Mayich. The university has offered support to the student-athlete and their family during this difficult time.
- •Matthew Mayich collapsed during outdoor training on August 20.
- •He is currently hospitalized due to a possible cardiac event.
- •Arizona State confirmed a hockey player collapsed but did not specify the name.
- •A prayer session was held for Mayich on August 25.
- •Mayich is a 2023 NHL Draft pick by the St. Louis Blues.
- 10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona State hockey player collapses during outdoor workout at school
"An Arizona State hockey player is in the hospital after collapsing during an outdoor workout on Aug. 20.
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