GRAPHIC: Slapshot to the face leaves player bloody and sent to the hospital

The highlight of the night was Alex Ovechkin burying goal #801 and 802 against the Winnipeg Jets, but the real thing that should get all the attention is prayers towards Washington Capitals defensemen John Carlson.

John Carlson took a slapshot to the side of his head last night and immediately started gushing blood on the ice, take a look below:

Carlson was then transported to the hospital for precautionary reasons, which is a good sign as it is just protocol they are following and it was not urgent. Regardless it was/is a scary moment and we wish the best to Carlson.

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24 DECEMBRE \| 67 ANSWERS GRAPHIC: Slapshot to the face leaves player bloody and sent to the hospital Should hockey players be forced to wear cages or full face shields?
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