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Maple Leafs prospect Rodion Amirov dies at 21 after brain tumor diagnosis

  • Amirov was diagnosed with a brain tumor in February 2022 and underwent treatment in Germany.
  • The Maple Leafs selected Amirov in the first round of the 2020 NHL draft.
  • Amirov played in the KHL before his diagnosis.
  • The Maple Leafs organization and hockey community expressed devastation over his death.
  • Amirov was known for his positive attitude and courage throughout his battle.
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