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Hockey hearts: Stories of the Love of NHL stars and their remarkable partners

Hockey hearts: Stories of the Love of NHL stars and their remarkable partners

Time of Indiaa day ago

Image Via IG/@mcdavid97 (Connor McDavid and Lauren Kyle: A life partner from a cousin of a teammate)
Away from the glitter of the Stanley Cup and crowds roaring deliriously, many NHL stars find the greatest cheerleaders in their partners. These relationships of extraordinary travels, enduring patience, and immense love stand as fascinating love stories worthy of narration.
Sometimes in silent support or social media glitz, some of these women are stars in their own right, reminding us all that behind every hockey great lies equally great love stories full of joy, resilience, and warmth.
Connor McDavid and Lauren Kyle: A life partner from a cousin of a teammate
The Edmonton Oilers superstar, Connor McDavid, found just a little more than success on the ice- now he has found, truly, a forever kind of love with interior designer Lauren Kyle. Their love started as a connection through Kyle's cousin, a former teammate of McDavid. Years later, they were married in a lavish, ten-day extravaganza in Muskoka, Canada, on July 27, 2024. Stylish and down-to-earth, the couple continues to fascinate hockey fans and lifestyle followers alike.
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