Ron Duguay leaves hospital after collapse; starts new cancer treatment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 7:24 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Former New York Rangers star Ron Duguay has been discharged from the hospital following a collapse last week at his home. This incident was attributed to severe dehydration caused by his ongoing battle with Grade 4 colon cancer, which has spread to his liver. Duguay, 69, is now focused on regaining strength to travel back to Orange County for his next treatment, a targeted therapy called Bizengri. His daughter, Shay Thomas, confirmed that Duguay is working to improve his condition and diet.
- •Ron Duguay, 69, collapsed at home due to dehydration.
- •He is recovering after hospitalization for facial injuries.
- •Duguay is moving to a new cancer therapy called Bizengri.
- •His daughter updates on his progress and ongoing treatment.
- 7:24 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-NHL star Ron Duguay leaves hospital after collapse, will try new cancer drug
"Former New York Rangers star Ron Duguay, 69, was hospitalized last week. His daughter provided an update on his condition after his release.
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