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Get Well, Tedy Bruschi

By now everyone has heard about the minor stroke that Tedy Bruschi suffered last week. Bruschi is one of the most inspiring and talented players in the entire league. He is a testament to New England’s ability to find talented players and utilize their best abilities as football players. Bruschi is a tenacious playmaker. Yet, with all of his talent, he is a reminder of the fragility of all of our lives. No major athlete has overcome having a stroke and returned to play at the level they were originally capable of. I for one, hope that Bruschi will be the first. If he is unable to return, it will be a major setback to the Patriots. Bruschi would assume a place in New England lore right along with Tony Conigliaro as a beloved figure whose career was shortened too soon.