During Saturday night's clash between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets, a tense moment unfolded, sending shockwaves through the arena. Blue Jackets veteran Sean Kuraly found himself on the receiving end of a hit along the boards and a subsequent puck to the stomach, causing evident distress.
As Kuraly laboriously made his way to the Blue Jackets bench, immediate panic erupted among the team staff. The situation escalated when Kuraly reportedly collapsed behind the bench, prompting the swift arrival of paramedics and EMTs. The gravity of the moment led to Kuraly's transportation to Grant Medical Center.
Amidst the genuine concern surrounding Kuraly, reassuring news emerged. Despite initial fears, all tests returned negative, offering a sigh of relief. While the Blue Jackets have refrained from providing further updates, insider Aaron Portzline suggests that Kuraly was not admitted to the hospital.
As the hockey community anxiously awaits news on his return, official updates are anticipated only after the holiday break, maintaining a sense of anticipation for Kuraly's recovery.
