In the second round of the NHL playoffs, Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz sustained a serious head injury during a collision with former teammate Sam Bennett. Despite initially continuing the game, Stolarz later exhibited concerning symptoms and was taken to a local hospital on a stretcher. Coach Craig Berube criticized the hit, describing it as a clear foul, and expressed hope that the league would review the incident for possible supplementary discipline. The situation highlights ongoing concerns about player safety within the league.
Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz suffered a head injury after a collision with Sam Bennett, leading to his replacement by backup Joseph Woll during the second round of playoffs.
Coach Craig Berube described the hit as "Elbow to the head; clear as day" and expressed concern over potential discipline for Bennett.
Stolarz, who managed to continue playing for a few minutes after the hit, was later seen vomiting and was taken to the hospital on a stretcher.
The incident raised questions about player safety and the enforcement of supplemental discipline for head injuries in the playoffs.
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