Adam Johnson: Ice hockey player dies in freak accident during Weekend match

economictimes.indiatimes.com:

Adam Johnson, a 29-year-old American professional ice hockey player, tragically passed away after suffering a severe injury during a game on Saturday.

Johnson, who showcased his talents for the Nottingham Panthers in the UK, was competing against the Sheffield Steelers at the Utilita Arena Sheffield.
During the match, the dreadful accident occurred, where Johnson is believed to have been inadvertently struck in the throat by another player's skate blade.

What happened?

According to reports from The Daily Mail, following the incident, Johnson bravely attempted to skate back to his team's side but collapsed shortly after.

Immediate medical attention was sought as medics and fellow players rushed to his aid. The severity of the situation became apparent as screens were put up around the injured player, and the massive crowd of around 8,000 fans was urged to evacuate the arena.

In the wake of the shocking event, the Nottingham Panthers released an emotional statement confirming the sad news:

“The Nottingham Panthers are truly devastated to announce that Adam Johnson has tragically passed away following a freak accident at the game in Sheffield last night.

The Panthers extend our deepest condolences to Adam’s family, his partner, and his friends during this heart-wrenching time. Adam, donned with jersey number 47, was not just a remarkable athlete on the ice but also an exceptional teammate and individual off it.