Sports Grid · Mar 13, 2022
Hawks Defenseman Connor Murphy Stretchered Off vs. Senators
Scary moment at the Canadian Tire Center on Saturday night. Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy had to be stretchered off the ice after taking a hit from Ottawa Senators center Parker Kelly.
The incident occurred along the half-boards, as Murphy picked up the puck, rung around the boards, and changed directions. Kelly initiated contact as Murphy’s back was turned to him, sending the Hawks rearguard down in a heap.
As noted by Elliotte Friedman, Murphy gave a thumbs-up as he was leaving the ice.
Kelly was assessed a five-minute major for boarding and game misconduct on the play.