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Hockey's wake-up call: Neck guards should be mandatory following Adam Johnson's death

The death of professional ice hockey player Adam Johnson from a freak injury has renewed debates about protective hockey equipment. On Oct. 28, the 29-year-old died after being cut in the neck by a skate blade during an English league hockey game.

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Taylor Hall scores in return as Blackhawks beat Panthers

Hall, back for good from his shoulder injury, scored his first goal as a Hawk to cap an explosive first period. Goalie Petr Mrazek then helped the Hawks protect that lead en route to a 5-2 victory.

Chicago Sun-Times

Ice hockey fans pay tribute to Nottingham Panthers player Adam Johnson

Many supporters were in tears as they signed books of condolence on the ice at Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena on Saturday evening.

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Neck guards will not be mandatory in Elite League following Adam Johnson’s death

However, players and officials in British ice hockey’s top league will be ‘strongly’ encouraged to wear them.

The Independent UK

Coroner offers condolences to family of ice hockey player Adam Johnson

She made the remarks as she adjourned the probe into the death of the Nottingham Panthers player who died after sustaining a serious injury in a game.

The Independent UK

Death of a player from a skate to the neck reignites hockey's stubborn debate over protective gear

The death of American hockey player Adam Johnson from a cut to the neck in England has reignited the debate over skate blade safety

The Independent UK

Teammates may struggle to get back on ice after player’s death – psychologist

Adam Johnson of the Nottingham Panthers died following a collision during a game on Saturday.

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Inquest to open into death of Nottingham Panthers ice hockey player Adam Johnson

About 8,000 fans watched in horror as attempts were made to save Johnson’s life after what teammates said was a ‘freak accident’.

The Independent UK

NHL considers more cut protection after player dies from a skate cut to the neck in England

Commissioner Gary Bettman and Players’ Association executive director Marty Walsh touched based Sunday in the immediate aftermath of the death of former Penguins player Adam Johnson.

Chicago Sun-Times

Interest in neck guards spikes after a hockey player's tragic death

Interest in cut-resistant neck guards is surging: "That could be one of the positive things that might come out of this terrible tragedy," said Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan.

WEKU

Adam Johnson’s death makes ice hockey face up to game’s dangers

Resistance to safety lies deep in the sport’s culture but it is to be hoped the tragedy in Sheffield will now prompt action

The Guardian - UK

Nottingham Panthers invite all fans to gathering in honour of Adam Johnson

The American died after a collision in a Challenge Cup match at Sheffield Steelers last Saturday.

The Independent UK

Inquiry into ice hockey player’s death will take some time, police say

Adam Johnson of the Nottingham Panthers died after a collision during a game on Saturday.

The Independent UK

The NHL must mandate neck guards immediately in the wake of Adam Johnson’s tragic death

No "grandfathering" anyone in. This needs to be an immediate and mandatory rule now.

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Penguins Pay Special Tribute to Adam Johnson Days After His Death

They put an incredible twist on the typical moment of silence.

Evening Standard

Adam Johnson: Neck guards compulsory in ice hockey after death of Nottingham Panthers star

The English Ice Hockey Association will make neck guards mandatory next year following the death of Nottingham Panthers forward Adam Johnson.

The Independent UK

UK ice hockey makes major rule change following tragic death of Adam Johnson

The English Ice Hockey Association will enforce a new law after the Nottingham Panthers player died on the ice

WEKU

Former NHL player Adam Johnson dies after a skate cut his neck during a game

Johnson's neck was cut by another player's skate during a game Saturday between the Nottingham Panthers and the Sheffield Steelers of England's Elite Ice Hockey League. He was 29.

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The Independent UK

Police investigating death of US ice hockey player from skate blade cut in English game

South Yorkshire Police are investigating the death of American ice hockey player Adam Johnson after his neck was cut by a skate blade in an English game

Chicago Sun-Times

English ice hockey league requires neck guard after American player dies from skate blade cut

Police are investigating the death of Adam Johnson after his neck was cut by a skate blade in a game. Johnson appeared in 13 NHL games with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2019 and 2020.

The Independent UK

EIHA to make neck guards mandatory from 2024 following death of Adam Johnson

The Panthers described the incident as a “freak accident” when the club confirmed his death on Sunday.

The Independent UK

Police probe ‘freak accident’ of ice hockey star killed during match as partner pays tribute

The Nottingham Panthers described the incident as a “freak accident” when the club confirmed his death on Sunday.

The Guardian - UK

Police investigate UK ice hockey tragedy amid tributes to Adam Johnson

South Yorkshire force looking into death of American Nottingham Panthers player during match in Sheffield

The Independent UK

Police investigate ‘freak accident’ death of Adam Johnson in ice hockey match

The Nottingham Panthers described the incident as a “freak accident” when the club confirmed his death on Sunday.

The Independent UK

Police investigate ice hockey player’s ‘freak accident’ death

Fans have laid tributes to Adam Johnson at the home of his club, the Nottingham Panthers.

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