Blues super fan Laila has emotional reunion with players on the ice after Stanley Cup win

Blues fan Laila Anderson kisses the Stanley Cup with player Colton Parayko. Fox 2 viewers first met Laila Anderson in October 2018. She’d been diagnosed with a life-threatening immune disease disorder called HLH.
The team brought her to Boston for Game 7. She had been an inspiration for the team and a guiding light for fans. After the team's historic win Wednesday night, she had an emotional reunion with her best friend Parayko on the ice. She was then introduced to the Stanley Cup.
Parayko lowered the Stanley Cup for Laila to give it a kiss. Not too many fans get that honor.
"I can't thank the team enough for the love and support," said Laila Anderson.
With the help of Be the Match, Laila found a donor and had a bone marrow transplant in January. She was able to ring the bell at St. Louis Children's Hospital, signifying 100 days since her transplant.
Through her journey, one thing has kept her motivated, and that is her love of the St. Louis Blues.

[@justinsullivan5839]

THIS. This is why I was only upset for about 10 minutes after the game. Once I saw Laila holding the cup I was like “yeah, that’s magical.” Just awesome to see.

[@nmdp_org]

Justin, your genuine words of kindness speak volumes. Thank you for being such an incredible supporter of patients like Laila. 💙💚-Sydney

[@MLGKrunK]

As a Bruins fan what's your thoughts on marchys defense fuck up at the line ?

[@andrewweiss1301]

Good for you man. That's good shit.

[@MemestiffGaming]

You guys will probably win the cup next year anyways lol

[@justinsullivan5839]

Memestiff Idk. Hockey is maybe toughest sport to win year in and year out. I’m sure they’ll be competitive regardless. I’m very happy for the Blues fans though. Especially Laila. That kid went through hell and the team was sort of her saving grace. Awesome that she got to witness it in person and join them on the ice. Very happy for her and all St. Louis. Great job.

[@seukfuhi]

Parayko is a true class act. He gave this kid the best moment in her life.

[@laucknessm]

Second best. Her doctors gave her the best moment😉

[@stormtrooper9338]

Way to represent Alberta Colton.

[@nmdp_org]

We couldn't agree more! 💙💚-Sydney

[@rickschaefer7415]

I'm so happy for this young lady that her team won! Prayers for you, Laila, and Congrats for getting to hold and kiss that beautiful Cup! Go Blues!

[@laucknessm]

@user name taken I'm just giving props to the amazing medical team that helped her. I guess that makes me an idiot though 🙄

[@SaintCyrX]

As a Bruins fan, this is what made the loss perfectly fine by me.

[@conburgundy]

I've never seen an athlete act so genuine with a child/fan. God bless these two warriors.

[@joeomalley2835]

I'm not crying, you're crying. Amazing story Blues. Amazing story Laila. What a story of redemption. Congrats!

[@SeahawkKrakenguy]

Damn onions!!!

[@byronnewby8340]

I love my hometown team

[@ryanoleary9516]

I stubbed my toe

[@nmdp_org]

We are all crying 💙💚-Sydney

[@winddmmy]

damn hay fever!

[@71bxboy]

Not just a great moment for the Blues, but for that sweet young girl Laila. That was truly awesome. Parayko just earned a lot more respect from me, what a class act.

[@sammyevans3455]

I'm a die hard Blackhawks fan, and this made me cry. Well done guys, god bless that kid

[@alex_the_excellent]

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️ Lots of love from Philly. So happy for you all. What a series and Laila is a beautiful soul!

[@dannyadamson5580]

Thank You Alex I have been a Blues Fan for 49 years but I really liked those Philly Bullies from the 70s and early 80s Sanderson Clarke etc This Blues team is so deep with talent it could happen again

[@nmdp_org]

Yes she is! 💙💚-Sydney

[@mattvacc3755]

One day Alex one day it will be ours again 🤞

[@mattvacc3755]

But congrats to St. Louis what an amazing story to be apart of this year

[@mondoseguendo6113]

The Blues are the lucky ones to have this young lady in their lives. I’m sure they’d agree. Keep fighting baby girl ❤️

[@h0pesfall]

Wait... it's a girl?!?!

[@harveyabel1354]

@@h0pesfall What does that mean?

[@nufcedcards]

I’m a Boston fan... and absolutely love this. Well done, Blues, for including her.

[@1987phillybilly]

THAT is what hockey is!!

[@mishalap4858]

Exactly !!!!

[@nmdp_org]

LOVE this! 💙💚-Sydney

[@writingmaster3008]

It's also fighting, swearing and taking pucks to the face.

[@mrmusic248]

On behalf of all the hockey fans here in the Motor City, we cheer & pray, with total commitment for Laila in her fight for survival. Kudos to the Blues for getting Laila to that game. And, congrats to the Blues for winning their first Stanley Cup !!!!!!!!!!!!!! You never forget your first time, do you ?? Now, who's got a Kleenex ??

[@bryanw91178]

I know this comment is 2 years old, but best comment ever! From a life long Blues fan whose seen many a season end by way of the mighty Detroit Red Wings, thanks for the sentiments and the wait was totally worth it!

[@CenasBabygirl42377]

Laila is such a beautiful soul.. God bless her heart

[@ironballsmcginty1009]

Congratulations from Boston. You deserve it and you have GREAT fans 🇺🇸

[@harleyrider6633]

Ty from a die-hard blues fan, been waiting for this for 42 years!!! I'm still tripping we did it. You guys played a hard series.. good job

[@mikedoyle5852]

Very classy, balls. Six decade Blues fan here, and we’re elated. Best to you and your family.

[@ironballsmcginty1009]

@@mikedoyle5852 back at ya brother

[@spaceface3122]

You guys didn't hand it to us and you fought hard.. What an amazing series and fight for both teams. Thank you for not making it easy and making us earn it. As a die hard blues fan and hockey player myself I was hurt to see the looks on Boston's players faces after the game so well played. Both fan bases are amazing, thanks again for making us earn it.

[@SRT480HP]

Avs fan here, I gotta love Colton Parayko for his class though. He about damn near made me cry.

[@callonsiegrist5816]

SRT480HP yup gotta loves this guy, also go avs

[@spaceface3122]

Don't lie, you're crying just like the rest of us!!! No shame in my game as a die hard blues fan and hockey player. I was crying like a little bitch when they won.

[@chuck1490]

Congratulations from Pittsburgh. The blues played one hell of a series And the best part is giving that little girl a memory of a lifetime

[@johndentzman6022]

Chuck, I too am a Penguins fan,but this story is about life and love beyond sports.Some people forget what is really important............Sorry I can't type anymore, my screen is getting blurry.....doggone allergies

[@razorsedge5145]

What a wonderful beautiful moment! St Louis you are a team with great class, enjoy the Stanley Cup!!!

[@waterboxer87]

L.A Kings fan--Way to go, St. Louis Blues, fellow members of the Second Six. Welcome to the Stanley Cup Champions Club. Your support of Laila is one reason why I love hockey. American college kids and Canadian farm boys sure do provide top notch entertainment. Thanks also to the Boston Bruins.

[@ylliberishaj3253]

Philly Flyers fan here good job Blues I was rooting for you..... GLORIAaaaaa!!!

[@chitstirrer1]

Beautiful young lady. Thank you for sharing your recovery and enjoy that parade!

[@nmdp_org]

Thank you for your kind words, Brian! 💙💚-Sydney

[@philiprubio8526]

Incredible. Some real class from St. Louis. Congrats from a Caps fan. God is good

[@mikedoyle5852]

Thanks, Phil. StL appreciates it.

[@philiprubio8526]

T B ahhh yes a salty Tampa fan

[@philiprubio8526]

T B chillllll

[@philiprubio8526]

T B haha fair point let’s call it even cuz we both have a Cup

[@Sbenz07]

If this doesnt hit your heart, you dont have one

[@Sbenz07]

Antonio DG doesn’t seem like you have a brain in your head either. What irrelevant topic are you on about? Go save the world

[@MClover420]

I prefer to do both It’s not an either or option Now enough with your Virtue Signaling and go do something to actually help people in the world too 😉

[@PataJuzmo]

Thanks for telling me and some others that they don't have a heart.

[@MansonX]

Antonio DG you typing this from the FRONT LINES? Or in a SAFE PLACE?

[@l-i-o-nslight9930]

Only someone with a heart would say such thing eh lol!

[@user-sh1gc3jk7l]

wow most well spoken 11 year old ever

[@mfer3124]

Look up her interviewing Steen after game 6 wcf vs sharks. Made me smile, she's great. Here's link kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmLRmGyBbMlmiqs

[@chuckweber542]

That was amazing.so happy for her and them blues from a new york rangers fan congrats.

[@danielv9703]

I’m not a hockey fan till now, and i think the blues are my team. What a story. Hope you can all welcome me !! Laila is so strong and beautiful

[@milotherussianblue3691]

This young lady got to do what most of us will never have the chance to: hoist the Stanley Cup. Amazing.

[@Prejet1982]

Seriously. Who disliked this? Have a heart. This is amazing. Yes I'm in tears. This hits you in the feels

[@getsmarty7603]

Boston fans

[@mvpandrew93]

They could have disliked it because of her pain, but yeah boston "fans" are trash.

[@getsmarty7603]

@@mvpandrew93 im just a butthurt canucks fan. Thats why i said it 🤣

[@justinuv]

Richard Dupasquier not Boston fans... this is awesome

[@MjD51794]

Boston fan here and couldn’t have liked this any quicker

[@Frehleyacedude]

Im a shattered Bruins fan and this made it all ok for me.

[@mikedoyle5852]

Robby (Ace) Mills You’re a good man, Robby. Thank you. I’m downtown at the Blues parade. A half million strong came out in the rain to celebrate our heroes. The biggest party in the world. LGB!

[@MegaParillo]

I cried even more than Brad Marchand at this. This is why hockey players are a different breed of athlete. God bless Laila.

[@williamhall4186]

This was one of the classiest moments I’ve ever seen !!! After all that little girl has been through here is a moment she will never forget !! Well done Blues !! And congrats on winning the Cup . From a lifelong Blackhawks fan .

[@90sNickfan91]

Congrats from Detroit and Philadelphia. St. Louis, you deserve to win the Stanley Cup.

[@cookiecuteasapuppy1008]

Hockeytown/Broad Street Bullies #1 Fan thanxs

[@90sNickfan91]

Cookie Cute as a puppy No problem, especially when it’s against the Bruins.

[@dannyadamson5580]

This one is for Barkley and those wonderful others departed but not forgotten

[@cookiecuteasapuppy1008]

Hockeytown/Broad Street Bullies #1 Fan ikr!😱

[@GreenDope1]

That girl is amazing. Nothing but the best for her.💙

[@AaronJZY]

Colton seems like a good dude. We need more of that

[@madhouse2303]

I can't even be mad that the Blues won. A great team that deserved success along with an awesome story like this

[@bogumilbryl9167]

NO 1 fan from Canada, waited 50 years for this, Blues are a class act organization, Laila, the hockey world loves you, You made this moment more special, wish you health and happiness. God bless.

[@frankritz5115]

I love my Boston Bruins with all my heart. But I would like to say congrats to the St. Louis Blues on your win. And most of all Congrats to Laila Anderson for fighting like she has. What the Blues have done for her, is above and beyond. THIS is what makes Hockey Players the very very best in any Pro Sport today Well done guys, well done. From Boston Laila I send you all my love

[@18mcneill]

What a good man !!! !!! So deserving of this accomplishment way to go boys!

[@djkevlarr]

Give this super fan a ring!!!

[@LouisWarren530]

They better

[@DenisMorissetteJFK]

Laila was THE star of Game 7.

[@harveyabel1354]

MVP!

[@gman9035]

She was definitely a part of the blues winning their first cup 😇🏆😇

[@kyoatbites7865]

agreed Parayko is a true class act. He gave this kid the best moment in her life. BEST DAY EVER !

[@TheSuicidalBird]

Congrats St. Louis! Much love from Long Island!

[@ekaterina286]

TheSuicidalBird I am also from LI

[@Skateordiehhs]

Congratulations Laila!!!!!

[@scottbecker4367]

You know, I wasn't cheering for the blues, but this is awesome.

[@atarileaf]

Beautiful. This is what it's all about. So much mad love and respect for the joy the Blues players and organization have done for this little girl.

[@23Nemesis]

What a heartwarming story. Congratulations to the St Louis Blues and congratulations to Laila 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@christianjoseph6502]

I might be a bruins fan but shit this warms my heart classy move by the blues making this poor girls dreams come true

[@TRKEWEENAW]

I just got mad for spilling some water on my carpet then I watched this. I am ashamed of myself, thank you Parayko and Lails for setting me straight. So glad the Blues won.

[@AlmostReady504]

Sweet. Congrats to the Blues and the fans of St Louis. Love hockey in New Orleans

[@blackskull842]

Classy moment from a classy organisation. Well done all, my heart feels warmer for watching that.

[@jamiewilson3668]

Congrats Blues! We had one hell of a party for a year in DC and now it's your turn. Enjoy every moment. Class move bringing this young lady along as well and making her a part of it!

[@Noledad77]

Congrats to the Blues and their fans from a die-hard Wings fan. Laila is simply the best!!

[@alexandereisen3486]

Congrats, happy to pass it to you from DC. You guys had an awesome run

[@bigfatno]

WHO'S CUTTING ONIONS IN MY HOUSE?!

[@cookiecuteasapuppy1008]

bigfatno you are! Lets go Blues!!!!!- 😆

[@5474online]

evidently ME!! 😭

[@mvpandrew93]

2:07 got me

[@bbeznoski]

Mine too!

[@smilingdog4067]

That onion is so big it's getting in everybodys eyes!

[@lynngomez6788]

Congratulations to the St. Louis Blues from a Columbus Bluejackets fan

[@paulelliott3220]

Unbelievably cool - never doubted these boys for one second ! True fan Great indeed

[@xshayner]

she was so well spoken with her interview so happy for her and the st. louis organization

[@lilysteffen5129]

This made me cry.. I truly love Laila and the blues! GLORIA!!!

[@juneshopper]

I live in St Louis, always been my home and this is just awesome She has been at many games and their mascot. They made sure she came to Boston with them and what a great thing to do for her. Thanks to all for the good wishes for our team, they have waited forever to finally get here.

[@Mylodi]

Laila and Parayko are the bestest friends ever

[@nitrospeed2513]

God bless you Laila, your a true survivor. 🤗 🙏

[@flipflop3937]

She'll treasure this for the rest of her life & I hope and pray that she has a long, healthy one. I just gained much respect for the Blues last night. 😀

[@alienlickwid]

As a Bruins fan I love this moment. I am very happy for Laila. What an amazing girl. I wish her all the best. There's the great game of hockey and we support our teams, but then there's a story like Laila's that just goes beyond the sport. I must tip my hat to the Blues for making Laila's fight theirs.

[@patrickward8971]

What a beautiful moment for a beautiful soul!!!

[@forrestwright3763]

That is so amazing. Congrats to the Blues not only for winning the cup, but giving this young girl memories that will last a lifetime. If I wasn't such a big Carolina Hurricanes fan I would change allegiances right now.

[@triannalakings7117]

I remember when my L.A Kings won there first cup in 2012...it's the best feeling in the world.Good job st.louis and excellent job Laila for never stopping to believe in your Blues!

[@joeyzukas]

This girl made me a blues fan for these playoffs. So happy for them and for her to get to share in the joy with them.

[@rocketman1773]

Awww that's so sweet! Looks like their little good luck charm worked her magic!

[@urbanpioneer8148]

Congratulations from a Pens fan. This team and this little girl inspired each other. Truly remarkable story.

[@Hockeybanger]

It's hard not to get emotional when watching this. The story book year the blues have had this year is truly amazing. Hockey is a romantic sport, with the ups and downs you go through with as a team and your fans. Congratulations to these boys and the hard nosed, blue collar game they played through the entire season. I called it after the team had a fight during practice with Burtuzzo, that was not only a bonding moment but defined them and what they were about. You don't drop the gloves in practice with your own team if your not putting 100% heart into it. Good job boys, and class act aswell. From Toronto

[@MsShaolin777]

Tears of Joy!!! Omg..Love Laila , her team and her best friend!!

[@exeter1985]

This is the kind of video that should go VIRAL!

[@bjm1682]

Congrats from Toronto! Great kid and great team!

[@jkay2990]

First class all the way. Great job Blues. You deserve this moment. Take it all in and enjoy it. Have a happy summer and stay safe. Remember that stay safe and humble.

[@muffs55mercury61]

I just turned 65 and have no kids of my own but this definitely brought the onions out. I pray that Laila lives a full life and this moment may help her accomplish that and more. She seems very bright and mature for her age.

[@Sweeney-Kubach]

I am in tears! This little girl is Hero! God please heal your child. Amen

[@sabster74]

Tears were rolling down my face and I'm a grown 45-year-old man and diehard Predators fan. God bless Laila in her fight against cancer.

[@peterriley2022]

St Louis a class organization and a class act of kindness ... Congratulations for winning “The Stanley Cup” after 52 years against the same team that beat you all those years ago ... something’s are worth waiting for!

[@plev10]

Bruins fan here and I'm tearing up, not because my team lost but for this wonderful girl. Congratulations and God bless you Laila!

[@Shevaron]

The Stanley cup is truly the people’s cup. Brings the fans closer to there teams and makes the fans a real part of the team. This moment proves it.

[@amandaclark1800]

Somebody broke out the onions when I started watching this. GLORIA!!!

[@Pepsiguy]

I’m a huge Bruins fan but that little girl made my night. Congratulations St. Louis.

[@loganwhite3904]

Colton and the rest of the St. Louis Blues organization a big congratulations......Laila, get better soon, God Bless

[@theFATman4143]

I was smiling through this entire video, such a heart warming moment, absolutely superb to watch that

[@ianisaac2501]

♥️💯♥️💯♥️ Beautiful gesture by the Blues to make her dreams reality. 🙂

[@hockeydude8475]

Made me so happy love u all at St. Louis and congrats to the raptors for taking home the dub💯💯🤙🏻 love from canada

[@PyxisGuru]

In the heat of the moment, I mean they just achieved their childhood goal, and they STILL thought about making this little girls dreams come true too......I applaud this team and their organization! Totally got choked up watching this! Congrats Blues!

[@julsv6136]

Sweet little Laila,,,they won...!!!!

[@hopeandlorensboykchasteen5348]

What they did for that pretty little girl was absolutely priceless, one thing about hockey players, they've got class big time. If you have ever had a child with A terminal illness, well let's just say that warmed my little old heart. Way to go St. Louis, you made your city and STATE proud, go Blues go Mizzou, from K.C. MO!!!

[@jimbobogie8204]

What a fantastic gesture! Dan Kelly and Gus Kyle are looking down and smiling.

[@terriminter5627]

JUST AWESOME....NO WORDS LAILA!!! WAY TO GO!!! LOVE FROM KANSAS!!!!

[@stevedrums1675]

As a 40 year NY Rangers fan, I am as happy for her as I am the Blues. Congrats to them and much love to her from a fellow childhood cancer survivor.

[@jseedoubleu]

No onions real tears for real special moment. That's fantastic. Love from Buffalo.

[@mrzjohnson4]

This was a tough loss last night. This helps the sting hurt a little bit less. All the love to this amazing little girl from a big bruins fan

[@gtamuir]

This ones for Layla...St. Louis Blues are Stanley Cup Champions because they are a class act...from players to coaches...congratulations on winning the cup...excellent job boys much deserved ...nice to see Layla so happy...glory Gloria you Boston and their finished for the season...

[@CHUCKBALLER2024]

Laila the icing on the cake

[@gizmo51383]

From this Hawks fan to the Blues and Layla ... Congratulations! And we are very proud of u representing the West.

[@thunderlips7611]

Couldn't of said it better. Big congrats blues, and that beautiful soul made it even sweeter. Much love from the chi

[@annaelliott6403]

St. Louis needed this win. Not only for the Stanley Cup, but for Laila ❤️

[@MsSmitty9]

This goes way beyond Hockey. Number 55 for St. Louis , Colton Parayko , has shown that. What he’s done for this little girl is just amazing. I’ve been a Bruins fan for 50 years and always will be , but by the Blues winning the Stanley Cup , he was able to have her Realize her dream. God Bless them all. The game of hockey has done something here that doesn’t happen every day. LORD STANLEY ! THE GREAT AND POWERFUL !!

[@seukfuhi]

Very, very classy comment

[@joeauger-gladue5193]

True Canadian boy showing class and giving this little girl a dream come true