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Bryan Bickell’s teammates surprise him at Multiple Sclerosis Society fundraiser

#BickellBrave indeed.

NHL: New York Islanders at Carolina Hurricanes
NHL: New York Islanders at Carolina Hurricanes
James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

Bryan Bickell’s NHL career may be over, but his teammates will always have his back.

The veteran returned to the Carolina Hurricanes lineup on Thursday after missing months following a multiple sclerosis diagnosis. Afterward, Bickell was overcome with emotions when asked about his future.

On Saturday morning, Bickell and his wife, Amanda, were guests of honor at the 2017 Walk MS at the Hurricanes’ arena. As Bickell was speaking to the crowd, his teammates gave him a surprise.

What an inspiration Bickell is. You can make a donation to the National MS Society on Bickell’s behalf here. And our own Canes Country blog is working on a fundraiser for the MS Society, too. Follow them on Twitter for more information.

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