Former Toronto general manager Kyle Dubas announced in February, 2022, that Amirov had been diagnosed with a brain tumour and was undergoing treatment
Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Rodion Amirov has died after being diagnosed with a brain tumour last year. He was 21.
“The entire Maple Leafs organization is devastated by this tragic loss,” said Maple Leafs president Brendan Shanahan in a statement. “Over the duration of his courageous battle, Rodion’s positivity inspired everyone around him, and he made lasting impressions with our team and fans in his brief visits to Toronto.”
Former Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas announced in February 2022 that Amirov had been diagnosed with a brain tumour and was undergoing treatment. He missed the entire 2022-23 season as he underwent treatment and recovery. “It’s incredibly sad to see a young man with so much promise taken from us so soon,” said Shanahan. “We offer our deepest condolences to Rodion’s family and friends as we mourn this loss together.”
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