In a concerning incident during Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, Brayden McNabb, a defenseman for the Vegas Golden Knights, had to leave the ice after being struck in the face by an 87 mph slap shot from Carolina Hurricanes forward Nikolaj Ehlers. The injury occurred midway through the first period, prompting immediate stoppage of play as players from both teams alerted the referees. McNabb, 35, was seen rushing to the locker room with his hand over his mouth and nose and was subsequently taken to the hospital for evaluation. This incident occurred during a match that the Golden Knights ultimately lost 4-3. McNabb had previously made a significant impact in Game 1, contributing three assists to help his team secure a 5-4 win. With 33 blocked shots in the playoffs, McNabb has been a crucial player for the Golden Knights, leading the team in blocked shots during the regular season. Head coach John Tortorella highlighted the importance of team unity as they face tough competition in the playoffs, stating that sticking together is essential for overcoming challenges.