Canadian professional ice hockey player Chris Simon has passed away at the age of 52. His family confirmed his death in a statement linked to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a brain disorder likely caused by repeated head injuries. CTE worsens over time and can only be diagnosed posthumously through a brain autopsy.
Simon, a Stanley Cup Champion, was drafted 25th overall in 1990 by the Philadelphia Flyers and had a successful NHL career, playing for eight different teams and appearing in 782 regular-season games. He notably helped the Colorado Avalanche win their first Stanley Cup in the 1995-96 season.
