Top Prospect Stretchered Off The Ice After Massive Hit

Tobias Bjornfot, a first-round pick for the LA Kings in 2019, took a hard hit into the boards while playing for the Ontario Reign. Coachella Valley Firebird Jacob Melanson received a five-minute major for boarding and a game misconduct. According to Eric Stephens of The Athletic, Bjornfot was taken to the hospital.

The Reign later confirmed this.

Bjornfot, a defenseman, has played 117 NHL games in his career, tallying 1 goal and 15 points. The incident raises concerns, and the hockey community is keeping a close eye on his recovery.

Source: Bladeofsteel