Tragedy Strikes Maple Leafs Top Player During Practice

As the Toronto Maple Leafs hit the ice for practice on Wednesday, a disconcerting incident unfolded involving young forward Matthew Knies.

Team insider Mark Masters of TSN reported that Knies' time on the ice was abruptly cut short due to an injury. A video shared by Masters captured the visible pain as Knies was assisted off the rink by teammates.

Reports from the scene suggested he struggled to put weight on his left leg. Skating alongside Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner on the top line, Knies has been a key player with eight goals and 15 points in 36 games this season.

As the Maple Leafs await an official update from head coach Sheldon Keefe, the potential loss of the rookie looms large.

The team is set to face the Islanders in New York on Thursday evening, heightening the significance of Knies' status. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation.

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