The tragic passing of Toronto Maple Leafs legend Borje Salming has been confirmed by the organisation, after their much-loved former star was diagnosed with ALS earlier this year.
The 71-year-old received an emotional ovation at Scotiabank Arena just 12 days ago, as he took part in a ceremonial puck drop as the Leafs faced the Vancouver Canucks. Salming, a proud Swedish international was joined by fellow countrymen William Nylander and Oliver Ekman-Larsson at centre-ice.
Salming spent the majority of his NHL career with the Leafs, and they posted the following statement to announce his passing: "The Toronto Maple Leafs mourn the loss of Borje Salming," said Brendan Shanahan, Leafs president and alternate governor.
