Scary moment as Connor McDavid takes a tumble into the boards going full speed
In tonight's matchup, the Edmonton Oilers face the red-hot Florida Panthers, who have been on a roll with seven wins in their last 10 games. The Panthers, energized by their home crowd, are looking to extend their streak.
Early in the second period, the Oilers' star player, Connor McDavid, showcased his speed on a breakaway. Unfortunately, the play took a scary turn as McDavid was tripped, sending him crashing into the boards. This incident raised concerns among fans, especially considering McDavid's known battle with a hip injury currently, according to reports.
The collision with the boards made fans collectively hold their breath.
Fortunately, McDavid quickly got back on his feet and appeared to be okay. To the relief of fans, he was granted a penalty shot as a result of the trip. In a moment of sweet revenge, McDavid capitalized on the opportunity, scoring a beautiful goal with a snipe during the penalty shot.
The goal not only showcased McDavid's skill and resilience but also provided a positive turn of events for the Oilers in the game against the formidable Panthers.
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Do you believe that Connor McDavid is battling an injury? |
Yes, he seems off | 134 | 75.7 % |
No | 43 | 24.3 % |
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