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05/30 20:30 CDT Claude Lemieux's brain is being donated to Boston University's
CTE Center, his family says
Claude Lemieux's brain is being donated to Boston University's CTE Center, his
family says
By The Associated Press
Claude Lemieux's brain is being donated to the Boston University CTE Center to
research the long-term effects of repetitive brain injuries, his family said
Saturday in a statement released by daughter Claudia Lemieux Bishop.
Lemieux died of suicide at age 60 on Thursday, according to authorities, after
earlier in the week serving as the Montreal Canadiens' torchbearer prior to a
playoff game. He played nearly 1,500 NHL games with six teams from 1983-2009
and was known for his hard-hitting style and ability to perform in big games on
the way to winning the Stanley Cup four times.
The family said it gave the CTE Center permission to publicly share any
findings with Lemieux's name, adding that no conclusions should be drawn
regarding any diagnosis.
"Claude dedicated his post-playing career to helping the next generation," the
family said, referring to Lemieux becoming an agent. "By allowing his name to
be connected to this research, we hope his life can contribute to greater
understanding, more honest conversations and better protection for athletes and
families in the years ahead."
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