Brayden McNabb, defenseman for the Vegas Golden Knights, left Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final after being struck in the face by an 87 mph slap shot from Nikolaj Ehlers, prompting immediate stoppage of play. McNabb was taken to the hospital, and his absence left the team with only five defensemen in their 4-3 overtime loss to the Hurricanes. Teammates expressed concern for his well-being, while coach John Tortorella praised the team’s ability to stay united during challenging times. McNabb had previously contributed significantly in the playoffs, ranking first in blocked shots in Golden Knights history.
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