Poirier suffered from a drinking problem..
Darren HaynesVerified account @DarrenWHaynes 11m11 minutes ago
Good on Emile Poirier, who spoke today about his time away from hockey, a result of a drinking problem he realized he had to tackle head-on.
Darren HaynesVerified account @DarrenWHaynes 9m9 minutes ago help. "I called him for support, I needed help and he's been truly supportive through the process."
Darren HaynesVerified account @DarrenWHaynes 5m5 minutes ago Emile Poirier, in good hands: "I'm working with Brian McGrattan every day. He's awesome with me and he's helped me go through this process."