VIDEO Rangers give 15-year-old cancer survivor unforgettable day

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Chris Falzone is only 15 years old, but he has already been through a lot in his life. On Monday, though, the cancer survivor became an NHL player. His favorite team, the New York signed him to a one-day contract, which afforded him the opportunity to practice with the team during their morning skate, and take part in all the preparations before the clubs game against the .New Chris Falzone  Jason Pinnock Jersey will wear #14 with the Rangers!  New York Rangers (@NYRangers) Falzone was diagnosed with cancer at the start of his freshman year of high school. Having played hockey since he was 7, Falzone was faced with the prospects of po sibly  Braxton Berrios Jersey needing a full hip replacement which would have effectively ended his career, according to . Luckily, or as lucky as you can be while battling cancer, Falzones treatment options changed and he would be able to get back on the ice one day when healthy.Months of treatment for the cancer and a lot of physical therapy followed, but hes back on the ice. Monday, Falzone was skating with some of the best players in the world thanks to the Garden of Dreams Foundation and Make-A-Wish.Falzone stepped confidently onto the ice and got a few cracks at in some drills. He did pretty well for himself including a nice close-range shot off a rebound that brought some cheers from the Rangers.But his day didnt stop there. Falzone was invited to suit up with the team and as the club warmed up, he sat on the bench in full uniform. Then he joined the starting lineup for the national anthem on the  Kenny Yeboah Jersey Madison Square Garden ice.  Nice view of warmups!  New York Rangers (@NYRangers) After the game, which the Rangers won in thrilling fashion, 4-3 in overtime. , who scored the game-winner and was bestowed the Broadway Hat as the teams player of the game wore the cap proudly until he saw a more deserving recipient (via ). While Falzone was being interviewed by the media in the dre sing room, Klein came over and popped the Broadway Hat on Falzones head. The teenagers reaction was pretty Thomas Morstead Jersey  great.Having faced such dark times in his young life already, Monday offered Falzone a night that will be foremost in his mind for years to come. Thats incredibly special. And if the kid keeps up with his skills, maybe hell get to suit up for one of the big clubs for real someday. Now that hes had a C.J. Uzomah Jersey  taste of the pros, who wouldn't want to fight like crazy to get back?In addition to giving Falzone this incredible experience, the Rangers and the Garden of Dreams Foundation also welcomed a number of other kids who have faced hardships in their lives including 15-year-old Lucia Funaro who was given the chance to sing the national anthem before the game.  It was a pretty heart-warming night at the Garden, to say the least.
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