NHL Legend Bobby Hull Suffered from CTE, Research Reveals
2025-02-19
ESPN
Researchers at Boston University's CTE Center have made a groundbreaking discovery, confirming that Hockey Hall of Famer Bobby Hull was suffering from Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) when he passed away two years ago. A two-time NHL MVP, Hull played a pivotal role in the Chicago Blackhawks' 1961 Stanley Cup victory. This finding sheds new light on the long-term effects of repeated head trauma in professional sports, particularly in hockey and the NHL. The CTE diagnosis has significant implications for player safety and brain health in contact sports. With this revelation, Hull's legacy serves as a reminder of the importance of concussion protocols and CTE research.