During a recent NHL game, with 10:15 to go in the second period, Winnipeg Jets' goaltender Connor Hellebuyck experienced a concerning moment when he was hit in the head by the hip of Taylor Raddysh. The incident occurred as Raddysh skated in front of the net, resulting in him being penalized for an illegal check to the head. Despite the impact, Hellebuyck was able to remain in the game after being checked on the ice, indicating that he did not suffer any immediate serious injury. The event raised alarms due to Hellebuyck's status as a leading candidate for the Vezina Trophy, highlighting his importance to the team in his Vezina frontrunning season. Following the incident, the Jets were awarded a power play.
Hagel goes off the ice a little gingerly after a collision in the neutral zone. Looks like he's OK.
Taylor Raddysh to the box for an illegal check to the head. Hellebuyck appears OK; he remains in the game. https://t.co/Qug5tM0igG
Taylor Raddysh clips Connor Hellebuyck’s head as he skates in front of the net untouched. A reckless play by Raddysh as he went in front for a screen. He’s heading to the box and Connor Hellebuyck is back up on his feet. The #NHLJets are going to the power play.
That looks like a tough impact with a decent bit of torque as Taylor Raddysh goes through the slot and gets Connor Hellebuyck in the head. Winnipeg's No. 1 goaltender is in the midst of a Vezina frontrunning season. This is an important moment. The Jets need him to be OK.
Hip to the head... Good news, it seems Hellebuyck is OK but wonder if the concussion spotter will pull him.
Hellebuyck clocked by Raddysh inadvertently, though Raddysh was called for it, and he was VERY slow to get up, but he's staying in the game. Scary moment for the Jets.
Connor Hellebuyck real slow to get up here after Taylor Raddysh caught him in the head with his hip on a drive-by.
Connor Hellebuyck is down on the ice in his crease with 10:15 to go in second period. He’s getting some attention.