Bruins' rookie Phil Kessel has testicular cancer

[Oreo]

I watched this guy play for the Gophers in MN... he's going to be a superstar in the very near future.

Good Luck http://www.insidecollegehockey.com/7Archives/Features/kessel_0245.htm|Phil>!



http://cbs4boston.com/topstories/local_story_345230707.html

CBS4 has learned for the second time in recent months, another young athlete is in a major medical fight. The Boston Bruins' first-round pick Phil Kessel has testicular cancer.

Sources say Kessel is currently at Mass. General Hospital and was due to undergo surgery.

Kessel is said to be in good spirits. He was the Bruins' number one pick and fifth overall in the NHL.

Testicular cancer usually occurs in young men and can be treated and often cured, according to the American Cancer Society.

[PrimeRibGuy]

1. Good Luck to Phil

I know it hasnt been disclosed yet what it is, but no better person to fight this battle than a hockey player, especially a Gopher hockey player.

[Swede]

2. Good luck to Mr. Kessel.

Lance Armstrong should be a great inspiration for him.