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A hockey fan’s quick reaction saved a young boy from a possible severe injury during a game in Ohio last week.
Asia Davis and her 4-year-old son, Nasir, were enjoying a Cleveland Monsters American Hockey League game at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on April 11 when a puck came flying off the ice and was heading right for the young boy.
But Andrew Podolak, who was sitting right next to Nasir, sprung to action when he saw what was about to happen.
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Cleveland Monsters right wing Alex Whelan (8) celebrates with teammates after scoring an empty-net goal during the third period of the American Hockey League game between the Laval Rocket and Cleveland Monsters on April 11, 2024, at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, OH. (Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
“I saw it soaring on through, and my first instinct was just to cover up,” Podolak told FOX 8 Cleveland. “I had a couple other kids sitting behind me as well, so I just tried jumping in front of it.”
Podolak was able to change the puck’s trajectory after it hit his hand and fell behind Nasir.
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Video from Asia, who just happened to be capturing the moment live, showed Podolak’s heroic efforts.
The Cleveland Monsters Outdoor Classic logo in the field prior to American Hockey League Cleveland Monsters Outdoor Classic game between the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins and Cleveland Monsters on March 3, 2023, at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, OH. The game is currently being delayed due to the conditions of the ice. (Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
She later shared a TikTok video on his profile, including narration of the moment the puck went flying off the ice. Asia made sure to mention that her son had ice chips in his hair, showing how close the puck was to his face.
“I feel sick when I think about it because I had the reaction time of a sloth,” she said.
Asia said she expressed her thanks to Podolak in person, but wanted to do more. The Monsters, the AHL team of the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets, reunited them for another game in Cleveland. They ended up taking part in the ceremonial puck drop before the start of the game.
The Cleveland Monsters celebrate as they have clinched a spot in the 2024 AHL Playoffs following the American Hockey League game between the Laval Rocket and Cleveland Monsters on April 11, 2024, at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, OH. (Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
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“This dude literally saved my son’s life,” she told FOX 8 Cleveland. “He prevented a life-changing event from happening.”
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The Oklahoma City Thunder and Cleveland Cavaliers are going toe-to-toe in a fun contest in which the NBA has spent the past 24 hours marketing.
This is a game that started to grow buzz a couple of weeks ago, when the NBA decided to flex tonight’s and next Thursday’s matchup between these two teams onto National TV.
The Thunder will be in Cleveland tonight on ESPN, with the return trip game next Thursday in Oklahoma City being shown on TNT.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is in the midst of an MVP campaign, the Cavs are still out to prove they are more than a great regular season team but legitimate contenders – a win over the Thunder would continue to boost up their resume.
Each team is riding a long winning streak with the Oklahoma City Thunder rattling off 15 straight victories and the Cavs winning ten straight. The Thunder are fresh off back to back wins over Eastern Conference contenders Nwe York Knicks and Boston Celtics.
The Cavs have already ripped off a 15 game winning streak of their own before starting this ten game string of wins.
Game information: Oklahoma City Thunder (30-5) vs. Cleveland Cavalier (31-4)
Time/date: 6:00 p.m. CT on Wednesday, Jan. 08
Where: Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse — Cleveland, OH
TV/streaming: TNT
Total points: 229.5
Moneyline: Cavaliers -144
Spread: Cleveland Cavaliers -2.5
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – A 25-year-old Cleveland man was found murdered inside a vehicle over the weekend.
The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner identified the victim as Raeveon Camp.
According to the medical examiner, Camp’s body was inside a vehicle parked in a driveway in the 700 block of E. 92nd St.
This is in the city’s Glenville neighborhood.
Camp was pronounced dead at the scene.
19 News has reached out to Cleveland police for additional information.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Officials with several organizations held a news conference Tuesday morning to give an update on the status of a Youth Drop-in Center in Ohio City.
Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry (LMM), A Place 4 Me (AP4M) and the REACH Youth Action Board (REACH) want to open the shelter at 4100 Franklin Blvd.
The center would help people ages 16 to 25 experiencing housing instability.
“A drop-in center is not just a physical space; it is a supportive environment where young people facing adverse life experiences can feel safe, find respite, and develop healthy connections,” said a spokesperson for LMM.
On Dec. 2, 2025, a judge denied the zoning variance, preventing the center opening and it is now under appeal.
“This project is a vital step in addressing the unmet needs of vulnerable young individuals in Greater Cleveland and ensuring they have the tools to build stable, successful futures,” added the spokesperson for LMM.
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