Colorado Avalanche star forward Nathan MacKinnon suffered a facial injury during Game 4 against the Minnesota Wild. This occurred on Monday, during the second period of play.
Nathan MacKinnon’s Injury Details
The incident happened when MacKinnon was struck in the face by a puck. The puck came off the stick of his teammate, Devon Toews, as they defended in the zone. Following the hit, MacKinnon went down immediately, bleeding on the ice.
Immediate Aftermath
Despite the injury, MacKinnon managed to leave the ice under his own power. He exited to the Avalanche dressing room, but did not return before the second intermission.
Positive News for Avalanche Fans
- MacKinnon returned to the ice for the third period.
- ESPN confirmed that he was hit in the nose by the puck.
This encouraging update about his condition is a relief for Avalanche fans, as MacKinnon’s resilience and quick recovery are valuable for the team’s performance in the playoffs.
