Hockey's fast-paced nature can lead to unexpected injuries, highlighting the sport's risks. In a recent game, HC Bílí Tygři Liberec goaltender Daniel Kral was hit in the eye by a slap shot that went through an opening in his mask. <div align='center' style='padding-top:20px;padding-bottom:20px;'><img src='https://i.marqueur.com/habsetlnh/i/photo/306201.webp' width='100%' border='0' alt='image' loading='lazy' defer /></div> The incident underscores the need for improved protective gear, like goalie masks, to prevent similar injuries. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/hcbilitygri/status/1698350304427712705?s=20'> </a></blockquote></div> Kral's experience reminds us of hockey's unpredictability and the importance of prioritizing player safety.
