Hockey's fast-paced nature comes with injury risks, as shown in a recent game. HC B�l� Tygři Liberec's Daniel Kral was struck in the eye by a slap shot that passed through an opening in his mask. <img src='https://i.marqueur.com/habsetlnh/i/photo/306215.webp' width='100%' border='0' alt='image' loading='lazy' defer /> This incident emphasizes the need for better protective gear, such as goalie masks, to avert similar accidents. <div align='center' class='pl20 pr20'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/hcbilitygri/status/1698350304427712705'> </a></blockquote></div> Kral's situation serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of hockey and the vital role of player safety.