Connor McDavid Takes A Scary Tumble Into The Boards At Full Speed
In tonight's faceoff, the Edmonton Oilers clashed with the red-hot Florida Panthers, who've been riding high with seven victories in their last 10 games. With the Panthers fueled by their home crowd, they aimed to continue their winning streak.
During the early part of the second period, the Oilers' standout player, Connor McDavid, exhibited his trademark speed on a breakaway. However, the play took an unsettling twist as McDavid got tripped, sending him into the boards. Given McDavid's ongoing battle with a reported hip injury, this raised immediate concerns among fans.
Thankfully, McDavid swiftly recovered, and to the relief of fans, he seemed unharmed. Adding a touch of sweet revenge, he earned a penalty shot due to the trip. McDavid seized the opportunity, showcasing his skill and resilience by scoring a remarkable goal with a snipe during the penalty shot.
Not only did the goal highlight McDavid's prowess, but it also brought a positive turn for the Oilers in the face of the formidable Panthers.
Source: Oilersdaily
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Do you think Connor McDavid got injured on that play and is hiding it? |
Yes | 156 | 73.2 % |
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