In last night's match-up between the Chicago Blackhawks and Philadelphia Flyers, Blackhawks fans held their breath as star forward Connor Bedard was involved in a heart-stopping moment.
Thankfully, Bedard came out of it unharmed, but it was a nerve-wracking incident for all involved.
Just a month ago, Bedard had undergone jaw surgery, prompting him to wear a protective face shield during games. This decision proved vital when Bedard took a tumble and accidentally collided with a Philadelphia Flyers player.
The fact that Bedard was wearing his facial shield likely prevented a more serious jaw injury.