Overview

• Jacob Trouba faced severe criticism from the 'Spittin' Chiclets' podcast over his playoff performance and leadership.
• In response, Trouba posted about suicide awareness, citing alarming statistics about mental health in athletes.
• He announced that proceeds from his art sales for the next 30 days will be donated to Athletes for Hope.
• Trouba's wife, a neuroscience major, was also mentioned in the podcast's critique, which Trouba found unacceptable.
• Despite the criticism, Trouba was recently awarded the Mark Messier Leadership Award for his contributions on and off the ice.