Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone, known for recent back injuries, absorbed a heavy hit from former Philadelphia Flyer Hayden Hodgson of the LA Kings during a preseason game.
Stone was caught off guard, emphasizing the need for constant vigilance on the ice.
Hodgson capitalized on the opportunity, delivering a forceful check to Stone. This incident underscores hockey's physicality and the importance of players staying alert to avoid such hits.
The Golden Knights swiftly defended their captain in response to the hit. The intensity of preseason games, as demonstrated here, highlights hockey's demanding nature regardless of the setting.