The big and terrible news of the day concerns Carolina Hurricanes center Bryan Bickell. After missing the last two games with an illness, the club announced that the former Blackhawk has been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, more commonly referred to as MS.
Bickell has been placed on indefinite leave by the Hurricanes so he and his family can assess his options and battle this disease. In his short time with the team, Bickell has already proven to be tough competitor and warrior for his teammates. The man has won three Stanley Cups and is no stranger to a fight.