The Carolina Hurricanes announced on Friday that forward Bryan Bickell, sidelined since October 30 with a heretofore undisclosed illness, has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
“First and foremost, the most important thing is for Bryan to take care of himself and our thoughts are with him and his family,” said Hurricanes general manager Ron Francis in a statement. “He will need to take some time to rest in the immediate future, and we will support him as he takes the necessary steps for his health. We ask that his privacy be respected during the process.