Ex-NHLer Adam Johnson Dies After Neck Slashed By Skate Blade During Game

Former NHL participant Adam Johnson tragically died this weekend after his neck was slashed by a skate blade throughout a recreation on Saturday.

He was simply 29 years outdated.

Johnson was taking part in in an Elite Ice Hockey League recreation for the Nottingham Panthers in England when the horrifying second occurred.

Because the ex-Pittsburgh Penguins heart was taking the puck throughout the blue line, an opposing participant on the Sheffield Steelers kicked his skate into the air and struck Johnson within the throat space. Johnson was rushed off the ice and acquired instant therapy … however he later succumbed to his accidents.

South Yorkshire Police stated officers have been on the scene and are at the moment investigating “the circumstances surrounding the incident.”

“We would encourage the public to avoid speculation regarding the incident while we continue our enquiries,” the SYP stated.

The Panthers, in the meantime, known as the second “a freak accident” … including that they are “truly devastated” over all of it.

“The Panthers would like to send our thoughts and condolences to Adam’s family, his partner and all his friends at this extremely difficult time,” the group stated. “Everyone at the club including players, staff, management and ownership are heartbroken at the news of Adam’s passing.”

Johnson performed for the Penguins within the 2018 and 2019 seasons — logging a aim and three assists in 13 video games. He went on to play professionally abroad … and had simply signed on to skate for the Panthers this season.

“The Pittsburgh Penguins join the entire hockey world in mourning the loss of Adam Johnson, whose life tragically ended far too soon,” the Penguins stated in an announcement Sunday. “We offer our deepest condolences to Adam’s family and friends, as well as all of Adam’s past and present teammates and coaches. Adam will always be a part of the Penguins family. It was our honor to watch him fulfill his dream of playing in the National Hockey League.”

The Panthers introduced Sunday their recreation towards the Glasgow Clan on Tuesday has been postponed within the wake of Johnson’s loss of life. Additional adjustments to the schedule have been being thought of, the group added.