Bobby Hull, a legendary NHL player and Chicago Blackhawks icon, was diagnosed with Stage 2 chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) at the time of his death. Over the last decade, Hull experienced memory loss and impaired judgment. He chose to donate his brain to aid research into CTE, inspired by the struggles of his friend, Stan Mikita. Hull's legacy as a prolific scorer continues, but his condition sheds light on the danger of brain injuries in sports, prompting calls for greater awareness and research in the NHL.
Seeing the pain and heartache suffered by his lifelong friend Stan Mikita's family, Bobby felt strongly no other family should have to endure CTE.
We are grateful to Bobby Hull and all of the NHL players and families who are helping us learn how to prevent, diagnose, and treat CTE.
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