Dedication, strength, perseverance, integrity, and passion. These are all words that adequately describe Ryan Kesler and his career in the National Hockey League. Over the past five seasons, Anaheim Ducks fans have had the privilege of witnessing his strong resolve first hand, especially over the past two years.
When his hip began causing him problems, he sought out a solution. After several tests, the most logical option was hip surgery. However, when they finally got Kesler in the operating room, it was far worse than doctors could have ever predicted. Several loose bone fragments were floating freely in his hip socket, and while that explained his pain, it was another major set back.