Anaheim assistant coach diagnosed with cancer, releases statement

Important message from @AnaheimDucks assistant coach Mike Stothers, who shares the news of his cancer diagnosis.

I want to thank all of my family, friends and the Ducks organization, led by our owners Henry and Susan Samueli, for their incredible support during this difficult period.

If I could share one simple message to all: listen to your body. If you notice something unusual, or don't feel like yourself, consult a doctor immediately. Please do not wait. It could be the best decision you ever make

Mike is one of the toughest and finest people in hockey. The Ducks organization and the entire NHL community is firmly behind him. We also support and appreciate Mike's message. For him to take the time to try and help others while dealing with his own battle says a lot about who he is