NHL prospect announces that he's been diagnosed with terrible disease.

A pretty crazy story came out of social media Wednesday when Edmonton Oilers prospect Ty Rimmer announced that he had been battling with testicular cancer. In a series of tweets Rimmer detailed how two weeks ago he received a diagnosis that no young man ever wants to hear from his doctor. Rimmer who is just 22 years old was signed by Oilers last season and has spent his time in the minors, he was with the Quad City Mallards when he got the news. The news wasn't all bad however, as Rimmer described how his tumor had been removed, and was now focused on raising awareness for the disease. We wish Rimmer all the best in his attempts to make a full recovery.

(1/4) Two weeks ago I was diagnosed with testicular cancer. The tumor was surgically removed and I am on my way to a full recovery! — Ty Rimmer (@Rimms35) February 12, 2015

(2/4) The more awareness we can raise about this the better! So I would like to encourage all young men to get themselves checked out. — Ty Rimmer (@Rimms35) February 12, 2015

(3/4) This disease can manifest very quickly, and may advance rapidly. So please dont hesitate to talk to your doctor if you notice anything — Ty Rimmer (@Rimms35) February 12, 2015

(4/4) Thankyou to my family, friends, doctors, and the entire @EdmontonOilers organization for being so supportive during this time! — Ty Rimmer (@Rimms35) February 12, 2015