Ice Hockey Player Adam Johnson's Death Spurs Calls for Mandatory Neck Guards

The death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson has prompted calls for mandatory neck guards in the sport. A coroner and USA Hockey's chief medical officer have advocated for the use of neck guards to prevent similar tragedies. Some NHL players and teams, such as the Florida Panthers and Pittsburgh Penguins, have already considered or adopted the use of neck protection. The debate revolves around whether USA Hockey will mandate the use of neck guards or continue to issue recommendations.