In Game 4 of the series against the Florida Panthers, the Tampa Bay Lightning's Brandon Hagel was removed from the game due to a head hit from Aaron Ekblad that went unpenalized. Hagel later left the ice for concussion evaluation. Despite this setback, the Lightning managed to turn the game around, scoring twice shortly after Hagel's exit. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding player safety in the NHL, especially regarding non-penalized dangerous plays during high-stakes games. Currently, the Panthers lead the series 2-1.
The hit on Brandon Hagel by Aaron Ekblad raises concerns over player safety and the consequences of non-penalized hits in crucial playoff moments.
With Hagel out, the Lightning quickly rallied, scoring two goals in just 11 seconds, showing their resilience despite the loss of a key player.
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