The Mystery of Paul Ranger | TSN Original

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  • @Yali_
    @Yali_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I've seen a few comments along the lines of "poor little millionaire NHLer", "what's he got to be depressed about?" "just man up" etc. It's not that simple. It just isn't.
    Depression and anxiety are ILLNESSES that can affect anyone, regardless of income or profession. Depression, in particular, is the biggest killer of men under the age of 35 in the developed world. And that is because people are not seeking professional treatment for this illness. The stigma surrounding mental health needs to end. Your mind is just as much of you, and just as important, as the rest of your body. You wouldn't tell someone with cancer to "just man up". The same should be with any mental illness. I cannot stress this enough, that having a mental illness is absolutely NOT a sign of weakness.
    If you feel like you're in a dark place or feeling lost or hopeless, please either talk to someone you trust or call a local helpline and see a doctor. It is okay not to be okay, but the important thing is that you get help. Depression and anxiety are treatable. No matter how low you're feeling at this moment, it is not permanent. By getting help, you CAN build yourself back up. That is ENTIRELY possible.

  • @bradmacphail276
    @bradmacphail276 5 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    This man is such a role model for many. Praying for anyone here who suffers from depression and/or anxiety. You are loved, and you deserve to be heard!

    • @MyName_Jeff
      @MyName_Jeff 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @SennaFan and?

    • @aidenshaw3311
      @aidenshaw3311 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @SennaFan the rest are too embarassed to go out and ask for help

    • @Yali_
      @Yali_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @SennaFan So only 900,000,000 people with a clinical and potentially deadly illness then. I think that's worth highlighting and talking about. Don't you?

    • @TheHunter-en3bm
      @TheHunter-en3bm 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Praying? Fuck that!!! What a waste of time.

    • @nartarlyiatremaynne1239
      @nartarlyiatremaynne1239 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Brad I concur with your sentiment 100%♡
      He is Fearless beyond words.
      The universe rewards the Brave.
      Australia Oktober 2022.

  • @andrewpayette621
    @andrewpayette621 5 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    God damned onion cutting ninjas in this room...

  • @piyfh
    @piyfh 5 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Being a person who's suffered from depression after having a career ending injury this is something that's moving to see. It's been 6 years and I'm still trying to recover mentally it's a long road...

    • @Kman31ca
      @Kman31ca 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hear ya friend. Just don't give up.

    • @DontBeClueless514
      @DontBeClueless514 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      2 years later, I hope its getting better!

  • @watcher6935
    @watcher6935 5 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Got through here Paul Ranger. ❤️
    Excellent doc TSN. 👍❤️. Oilers fan with a new attitude about Dallas Eakins also. What he did is bigger and better than anything we do in hockey.

  • @ettrickdoo7287
    @ettrickdoo7287 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    High performance athletes (especially men) have a very hard time dealing with injury (and the depression that comes with it); because we tend to be quiet. It destroys your identity and self-belief. You feel all alone with nobody to help. Your sense of who you are is no longer there. Paul is right you simply cannot give up and you must talk about it.

  • @tmlfan7785
    @tmlfan7785 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Being alone after an injury is one of the worst things you could experience.

    • @rally_chronicles
      @rally_chronicles 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's why babs brought Matthews along on the road trip when he was injured

  • @scottrinke7846
    @scottrinke7846 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hey Paul Ranger, I was one of the guys that Cully and Seli and Sandy Mac beat up on during the summers of the mid-90's in Clearwater to stay in shape, and I remember when you came to Tampa I thought you were one heck of a D-man and that we were saved for years to come. And then the team peeled away like an onion and during the '07-08 season you were the best player, a D-man on a 23 man roster as the standout. But as we were all calculating our gems, you disappeared. I chased the story for a long time before this TSN special, and then both they and you did a great job. I worked for the Bolts in accounting the year they won the Cup in '04 and I continued to sing your praises - if you had the right resources, medication, outlets, or whatever you needed, you were one of the best Lightning D-men to play in the sweater. I'm glad you're still with us, and I hope you're not still on the verge of tears in this cruel world. But know that I was one of the guys to pioneer and wear the Lightning t-shirts all over the bay area, and talk hockey with anyone who knew anything, and told them all back then how awesome #54 was. All the best with your future, and your legacy here will never die.

  • @PRYVTgomerPYLE
    @PRYVTgomerPYLE 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Yeah I never even realized that he was gone. I remember using him in my EA NHL games.
    Sometimes you beat yourself up so hard, trying to get to the top... The when you get there, you realize it is not that great after all. Glad he realized this and stopped, found himself again.

    • @PRYVTgomerPYLE
      @PRYVTgomerPYLE 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh damn, and he played for the Generals... I grew up in Oshawa. :D

  • @mggailitis7231
    @mggailitis7231 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I am so glad that Paul is in a good place. I only recently learned in the past couple years that I had crippling depression for a long time before being diagnosed. Only reason I was diagnosed was I was on the verge of suicide. The only criticism I have of this documentary is when Paul answers a question from the audience about how he pulled through. It takes much more than a spouse to address the issue. It takes seeing doctors and taking proper medication. It takes acknowledging you have a serious problem and not trying to sweep it under the carpet. I would not be typing this right now if not for the care of doctors who prescribed the proper medication. I have a significant other, and as much as I love her, and as much as she supports me, she could not have saved me without medication. Let s not reduce a serious issue to a love story. Do not forget that a lot of people with depression do not have support. Imagine someone who is severely depressed who is without friends and is watching this. Most of the time, people do not want to hang around with someone who cannot crack a smile. Like I said, I am really happy for Paul, but I am sad for someone watching this who has no friends. Loneliness is the worst non-physical pain possible. I hope anyone reading this realizes you do not need a spouse to get things right.

  • @Kman31ca
    @Kman31ca 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Man that was tough to watch. As a guy who has dealt with depression since I was a kid, all I can say is great job Paul. Keep passing it forward, and let's smash the stigma.

  • @lessthanthreemetal
    @lessthanthreemetal 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is fucking incredible and really hits home. Sometimes money and fame are no match for your own brain.

  • @jeremiec7499
    @jeremiec7499 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't understand why there isn't more psychologist associated with NHL teams. It would benefit everyone involved.

  • @ryder5122
    @ryder5122 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Best TSN original ever made

  • @thomasscarbrough3420
    @thomasscarbrough3420 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Tampa still loves Paul Ranger!

  • @BloggerMusicMan
    @BloggerMusicMan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    As someone who has battled depression on and off since I was a teenager, it's very affirming to see something like this. Seeing someone battle the worst of a depressive period and come out the other side at the most elite level of hockey is incredible.

  • @mitchellman32
    @mitchellman32 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Watching this the day after Bellletstalk, and I'm a student at the school he's a coach at and I didn't even know it. Small world, and outstanding story.

  • @andrewgabriel2824
    @andrewgabriel2824 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    WE LOVE YOU PAUL!

  • @Printpaperandco
    @Printpaperandco 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Very powerful and emotional story. Thank you for sharing

  • @AjTubridy
    @AjTubridy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m not crying... you are

  • @joshmakeshift
    @joshmakeshift 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    remember guys when you are down there are people out there that will just talk. i dont need to know your issues or anything about what you may be going through. but, I like alot of us in the hockey family are here, reach out to one of us randoms and you might find a friend and someone to help you out of the dark.

    • @vtecrkp
      @vtecrkp 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its not even hockey man, people can be down and know they need help but are afraid of being outcast. These people cant be afraid, speak up those that care will stand by you and be there regardless. Trying not to raise personal issues I get both sides. Yes I have my personal issues similar to his, and also helped people through the same issues. It's being open, honest and purposeful in your words.

  • @whippin1335
    @whippin1335 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Didn't know anything about this, he spent one solid season (2013-2014) with the leafs, so proud of him what a brave man.

  • @IPeach10
    @IPeach10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am very proud of you, Paul. Thank you for not giving up. The world is a much better place with you in it.

  • @scottmcfarlane7524
    @scottmcfarlane7524 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I watch this every time I have an episode ... this pay it forward! (for me at least, thanks...)

  • @lodu8731
    @lodu8731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This guy is nice he gave me one of his hockey stick back when he was in Geneva👍🏼

  • @nartarlyiatremaynne1239
    @nartarlyiatremaynne1239 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God was showing off when Paul Ranger was made.
    You were the most brilliant sight when you stepped on to the ice.
    You are sadly missed, you were so fast and deft on the hockey ice.
    Take care of yourself thank you for the fabulous memories.
    Australia.

  • @jeypathmanathan1981
    @jeypathmanathan1981 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    23.00
    I'm telling you It's worth it fighting your way back
    This make your axciety goes away

  • @McRocket
    @McRocket ปีที่แล้ว

    Great story.
    But I wish they had been more specific about what kind of depression he had (there are numerous 'versions').
    And what - if any - medications/counselling he underwent.
    Though, he obviously does not owe us that information...in ANY way.

  • @chad_b
    @chad_b 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really liked Ranger when he was with the Leafs. I have even more respect for him after this

  • @joked87isback
    @joked87isback 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have such a love and respect for this man as a former hockey player who is currently going through a rough battle with depression. Its nice to know that im not the only one out there and that you can never give up. Thank you Paul for being an inspiration to so many people. Much love brother

  • @Pariah_Larry
    @Pariah_Larry ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m a recovering addict. It’s refreshing to see a masculine athlete talk about his depression and trauma. We as men need to take away the stigma and start opening up to one another. It’s not “gay” or “soft” even if it was who gives a shit if it helps you not want to kill yourself.

  • @jimbodangle178
    @jimbodangle178 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For anyone that is affected with mentale illnesses, personally or a family memeber or wtv, all i gotta say is keep strong, keep your head up and stay positive. Find what makes you happy and do it, a lot. Over time youll feel better, way better and eventually get to a point where you simply just dont care about what people think, and also realise its not that big of a deal. Its not going to change you, as a person. The only person that can change you is yourself, not being depressed, or bipolar or schizo. You may have to adapt, but you, on the inside is still that same person.
    Dont be affraid to speak up, theres no shame in asking for help nor being mentlally ill. Its nothing different then a diabetic, or someone with heart probleme, you adapt, but you still stay the same. Theres no diffenrence besides having an illness affecting a different organ.:)

  • @julestiernan7056
    @julestiernan7056 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an incredibly uplifting and motivational story that will help so many dealing with depression, my hats off to this brave man, bravo good sir,.....bravo.

  • @WarReport.
    @WarReport. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The injuries seemed to have hurt him in more than the physical area that were operated on.

    • @joer8854
      @joer8854 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      A ton of guys I grew up with used the Ice as an escape. The problem was when it ended all that stuff they hid away using that ice surface had nowhere to go.

    • @WarReport.
      @WarReport. 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@joer8854 same for me. Ice was the place to escape

    • @rickjames0216
      @rickjames0216 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here and when hockey was over it seemed I was very alone, even though I clearly had people around me who cared deeply. Love you Paul. Keep going strong buddy.

  • @theboy7744
    @theboy7744 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watch this every bell let's talk day and it makes me cry everytime. Thank you for sharing your story

  • @rjlee_
    @rjlee_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yikes, my eyes are sweating

  • @bostonnate4024
    @bostonnate4024 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it me or does this interviewer seem very unsympathetic and arrogant

    • @joemartines3545
      @joemartines3545 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think you're wrong about Darren Dreger... he'probably trying to keep his composure...

  • @scottpack1899
    @scottpack1899 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Paul I watched him play Junior in Oshawa Ontario. Paul once an Oshawa General always an Oshawa General. You will always have the support of them Plus your fans

  • @danmatasa6648
    @danmatasa6648 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    man i really never knew about this. i last seen about him was with tampa bay and when he almost came
    back.

  • @gbpackers5578
    @gbpackers5578 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very powerful, emotional story...thanks for sharing. Cheers :)

  • @jokerwine
    @jokerwine 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For those wondering, this is the original story plus a continuation interview and such from this year.

  • @franknovelli3529
    @franknovelli3529 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing Paul beautiful role model

  • @chrisdallaire4457
    @chrisdallaire4457 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to hear from Paul Ranger! Took huge courage to tell this story, I am very happy to now know what did in fact happen to Paul Ranger. I hope this step brings him closure or helps in a way. Stay strong Paul, great job by Dredges as usual!

  • @chrisslaunwhite685
    @chrisslaunwhite685 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Depression and anxiety aren’t the same thing! 2 totally different things and they both suck!

  • @kellysavalas5937
    @kellysavalas5937 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm only 45 seconds in and God Bless You Paul Ranger. Not one person in this video you could tell had a dry eye throughout this whole video.

  • @jeffreyc1971
    @jeffreyc1971 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. Great story. Glad to see he’s in a good spot and it’s really inspiring to see the work he’s doing to combat the stigma around mental health issues.

  • @farzadinam8339
    @farzadinam8339 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    its great that Paul opened up to talk about this, I remember in 2014 when he played for the leafs, one of my substitute teachers who grew up with Paul in Whitby told me he was a hockey fan and knew a couple of leaf players back then. Me being an avid leafs fan, i asked him if he knew why Paul missed so many years, and he said yeah but he couldnt tell anyone. Paul told him that when the time was right he'd tell everyone about it, obviously I was skeptical back then but it kinda makes sense now that i look back at it and connect the dots

  • @prodigalmarine5772
    @prodigalmarine5772 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a bolts fan, I knew that the shoulder operations played a big role in his state of mind. I had big hopes his number would be in the rafters one day, that said, I'm so incredibly happy that he did what was right for him and take the mental health break he needed to get well. His courage has helped so many.

  • @chloescorner449
    @chloescorner449 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    i was in this video i was the girl with curly hair and the one that asked the question, i struggle with depression and i know that paul ranger left everyone that day thinking hard about life,stigma and mental heath, he had helped me a lot. sorry for making you cry aha!

  • @petervenier505
    @petervenier505 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was powerful !!! Thanks for sharing your story , and keep on living !

  • @burnerddr
    @burnerddr 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I cried watching this video. I understand how he felt. I've felt that same feeling he felt. It's the worst feeling in the world.

  • @Science-bi8dp
    @Science-bi8dp 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    TSN, you guys talk to rich fucking tochett. One of the absolute worst examples of integrity and privilege that drapes NHL hockey
    Ranger was left alone for too long. And knew nothing but hockey.
    Just like 99.9% of all the other players.
    Privilege will always outweigh truth and responsibility.

    • @ColGesso
      @ColGesso ปีที่แล้ว

      You have no idea what you’re talking about, so you’re better off stopping your mouth from producing all that shit that’s coming out of it.
      Tocchet was a gifted player, now a gifted coach, and is widely beloved within the NHL community-the people that actually know him, including Paul Ranger (not you).
      Save your deranged moralizing. You’re screaming but saying nothing.

  • @DARTZZZZZ
    @DARTZZZZZ ปีที่แล้ว

    Dreger is such a good intervjewer you could tell he truly cared

  • @aguilarreinosofamily
    @aguilarreinosofamily 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ive dealt with anxiety disorder this documentary helped

  • @Somethingsomethingmorbid0
    @Somethingsomethingmorbid0 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    beauty of a guy, thankyou for speaking out paul

  • @enforceOM
    @enforceOM 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    UOIT represent. Loved you here Ranger!

  • @th3yeti224
    @th3yeti224 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh man I’m glad to see I wasn’t the only one, myself I was 1 of 4 natives in the league went from 4th line to 1st line but I was treated like crap from everyone in the league most of all my own teammates and coaches and they ruined my love for the game and sad thing is no one did nothing about it just laughed ended up quiting playin and then went to awards night thinkin I’d get my award but they ended up giving it to the call up they replaced me with most heart breakin moment in my life and haven’t played the game the same since

    • @ColGesso
      @ColGesso ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry to hear that, man. That’s terrible. What kind of stuff did they do or say to you? Hope eventually you can find again your love of the game, and it can love you back.

  • @joemartines3545
    @joemartines3545 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brave man... this story made me think of three people I've known that committed suicide.

    • @ColGesso
      @ColGesso ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m sorry to hear about them.

  • @bigbadbruins1
    @bigbadbruins1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good luck with the rest of your wonderful life.

  • @valeriestorm1867
    @valeriestorm1867 ปีที่แล้ว

    I so admire his strength and courage to be vulnerable. Mental health stigma is real. I'm a woman who has experienced it, and I'm sure it is worse for men in our machismo, patriarchal culture.

    • @ColGesso
      @ColGesso ปีที่แล้ว

      What do you mean by patriarchal? Does all that mean is that men are generally more powerful than women? If so, why do you think men are generally more powerful?

    • @valeriestorm1867
      @valeriestorm1867 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ColGesso my point is that the culture of patriarchy expects men to behave in a certain way and influences them to hide or dampen their emotions.

    • @ColGesso
      @ColGesso ปีที่แล้ว

      @@valeriestorm1867 you may say that is the patriarchy at work but I would challenge you to spend a day as a straight man and live with your emotions all-out on your sleeves and see what kind of success you have with women.

    • @valeriestorm1867
      @valeriestorm1867 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ColGesso I respect a man who can be true to himself. You are right about women also buying into the cultural 'norm' of the patriarchy, but in my opinion, that is a form of cultural brainwashing and makes these women shallow emotionally themselves. I would think that a man who is emotionally available would also respect a woman who is the same, not one who looks for superficial qualities like machismo, or alpha Male behaviour.

    • @ColGesso
      @ColGesso ปีที่แล้ว

      @@valeriestorm1867 ​ you almost make it sound like women are passive creatures who cannot think for themselves, and if they happen to think in any manner which you associate with “the patriarchy,” then it must be because men have brainwashed them. What’s closer to the truth is that women helped erect what you call “the Patriarchy,” and it is itself reinforced by the behavior of women. You can tell, because no man will have more potential female suitors than the one who is at the top of “The Patriarchy.” Do you really think this is all brainwashing?
      It is convenient for you to, by invoking “the patriarchy,” act like this state of things is the evil creation of men while women sat around for all of history totally helpless and without agency. In reality “the patriarchy” was built with the input and approval of women. How can you tell? Because the ideal man as envisioned by “the patriarchy” is exactly that man which will be most desired and sought after by women.

  • @dougsmyth6403
    @dougsmyth6403 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know exactly what he was going through

  • @gerrydean4854
    @gerrydean4854 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    yes what a comback, we all can do this

  • @jimcampbell9906
    @jimcampbell9906 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    good on ya paul keep telling your story

  • @GoldChargerE1
    @GoldChargerE1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You Paul ✊

  • @cynthiawebber6468
    @cynthiawebber6468 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing fortitude!

  • @danweir3051
    @danweir3051 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    ✊🏻

  • @lucasrozmus9388
    @lucasrozmus9388 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Re upload, but I guess it for the people that need help and are going through this more then anything now. Most of us have seen this anyways

  • @grazdigraz8931
    @grazdigraz8931 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    #bellletstalk

  • @SaZooCaballero
    @SaZooCaballero 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Heartbreaks for Paul, but TSN take it down a notch/ssssss. Music, soft light, leading questions. Unwatchable

  • @peterphillips9541
    @peterphillips9541 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ya cuz u must be the all knowing expert...lol u sad bro?

  • @peterphillips9541
    @peterphillips9541 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So what exactly was his issue? He was just really sad? I don't get it..8 figures c'mon man

    • @stephendass6835
      @stephendass6835 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Depression isn't a bad day. It is as physical as it is mental. For lots of people they don't produce enough serotonin or dopamine or other neurotransmitters naturally and without medication and without help become statistics of lives lost. Money isn't a neurotransmitter.

    • @peterphillips9541
      @peterphillips9541 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stephendass6835 that's why u pay for medication and help, u have. Professional franchise to help u as well...don't be dumb lil girl

    • @MyName_Jeff
      @MyName_Jeff 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Are u hard of hearing..? He had depression and anxiety. All the money in the world doesn't just magically fix your mental health.

    • @peterphillips9541
      @peterphillips9541 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyName_Jeff yes but what r u depressed about...that's why I watched this...don't be dumb Geoff

    • @MyName_Jeff
      @MyName_Jeff 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Peter Phillips You're mistaking sadness with depression (you can even have depression without feeling sad), clearly you're misinformed about what depression is. By the sounds of it his anxiety may have been the cause of his depression. Don't be dumb Peter.

  • @mortaljorma69
    @mortaljorma69 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Long story short, he was a lunatic.

    • @joemartines3545
      @joemartines3545 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are.

    • @roimari
      @roimari ปีที่แล้ว

      And you are an ass that doesn't even know that he is an idiot.

    • @ColGesso
      @ColGesso ปีที่แล้ว

      I can guarantee from your comment that you have no friends.