In November, Arizona Coyotes defenseman Juuso Valimaki faced a scary moment taking a slap shot to the face in Dallas. After being rushed to a local hospital, he endured a lengthy wait in the emergency room, where staff advised him to go to a hotel and return the next day.
Disturbingly, doctors later revealed that following this advice could have resulted in internal bleeding. The NHLPA is investigating the incident.
The hospital's delayed response meant Valimaki received 55 stitches after a five-hour wait, addressing a fractured bone and the loss of three teeth. The Dallas Stars, unaware of his treatment, are cooperating in the investigation.
Remarkably, Valimaki returned to play after just two weeks, considering the potential severity of his injuries.
Updates on the investigation are ongoing..
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16 DECEMBRE | 155 ANSWERS A Near-Death Incident Is Being Investigated By The NHL Do you think the Coyotes will make the playoffs? | ||
Yes | 54 | 34.8 % |
No | 101 | 65.2 % |
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