Claude Lemieux’s brain donated to CTE research after NHL star’s death at age of 60
Summary
Claude Lemieux, a former NHL player who won four Stanley Cups, died by suicide at age 60. His family is donating his brain to the Boston University CTE Center to study the effects of repeated brain injuries in athletes.Key Facts
- Claude Lemieux played nearly 1,500 NHL games with six teams from 1983 to 2009.
- He was known for a hard-hitting playing style and success in important games.
- Lemieux died by suicide on Thursday at the age of 60.
- His brain will be donated to the Boston University CTE Center for research on brain injuries.
- CTE is a brain disease caused by repeated hits to the head, which can only be diagnosed after death.
- Symptoms of CTE include memory loss, mood changes, aggression, and depression.
- Lemieux’s family hopes his donation will help improve understanding and protection for athletes.
- The family authorized the CTE Center to share research findings using Lemieux’s name but cautioned against drawing any conclusions yet.
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