2-time NHL MVP Bobby Hull had Stage 2 CTE when he died in 2023, researchers confirmed

Bobby Hull, a legendary NHL player, died at 84 due to Stage 2 Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). His decision to donate his brain to advance CTE research was influenced by the suffering of his teammate, Stan Mikita. Research by Boston University highlights the significant risk of CTE among hockey players.

​Bobby Hull, a legendary NHL player, died at 84 due to Stage 2 Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). His decision to donate his brain to advance CTE research was influenced by the suffering of his teammate, Stan Mikita. Research by Boston University highlights the significant risk of CTE among hockey players.