Eyssimont checked Jensen into the boards at a dangerous angle, causing Jensen to fall in a way that left onlookers gasping. The back of Jensen's head struck the boards with a horrific thud, visibly knocking him out on impact.
Medical staff were quick to respond, rushing onto the ice to attend to Jensen. After stabilizing him, they carefully moved him onto a stretcher and off the ice for further medical evaluation. Given the circumstances, officials decided to halt the period prematurely, with the remaining 1:31 to be played at the start of the second period.