THE STORY
In the late 1990s and early 2000s, Philadelphia Flyers captain Eric Lindros suffered multiple concussions, leading to disputes over his return-to-play decisions. In 1999, Lindros criticized the team's trainers for failing to diagnose a concussion after a hit against the Boston Bruins. This led to his captaincy being stripped and his eventual departure from the Flyers. (en.wikipedia.org)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
NHL teams and players
WHY IT MATTERS
Lindros' concussions and the ensuing controversies highlighted the NHL's inadequate concussion protocols at the time, prompting changes in how head injuries are managed in the league.