Future Hall Of Famer Will Start To Wear A Neck Guard For The First Time Ever
In the wake of Adam Johnson's tragic passing, the NHL is seeing more players embrace the idea of wearing neck guards for added safety on the ice.
Notable names like Rasmus Dahlin, Erik Karlsson, and TJ Oshie have already adopted this practice, setting the stage for it to become the new norm in the league. The focus is on protecting players from potential injuries.
Claude Giroux, a future Hall-of-Famer with over 1100 NHL games under his belt, is the latest to join this movement. At 35 years old, Giroux is trying out a neck guard for the first time.
He expressed his intent to give it a shot, highlighting the changing perception of these guards. Advances in technology have made them more comfortable, encouraging players like Giroux to prioritize their safety.
With veterans like Giroux leading the way, there's hope that younger players will follow suit, reducing the risk of future tragedies on the ice.
Source: Hockeypatrol
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