Yvon Lambert hospitalized after serious fall

Former Montreal Canadiens player and four-time Stanley Cup champion Yvon Lambert has been hospitalized following a serious fall. The 76-year-old sustained fractures to both his femur and hip during a social gathering on a Saturday evening.

Lambert underwent successful surgery at Lakeshore Hospital on Sunday. His partner, Danielle Caron, shared an update on social media, expressing gratitude to the medical team and noting that while his condition is improving, he faces a long period of physical rehabilitation to regain his mobility.

Lambert reported feeling better five days after the incident, stating he felt lucky that the situation was not more life-threatening. He is expected to be discharged from the hospital in the coming days, likely transitioning to a rehabilitation center to continue his recovery.