Rick Bowness shared an update on Vlad Namestikov
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Winnipeg Jets fans were horrified after seeing Vlad Namestnikov down on the ice after being hit by a flying puck in today's playoff match against the Colorado Avalanche. Now, we have an update on the player's condition.
The Winnipeg Jets attempted to tie their series today against the Colorado Avalanche. However, the game had to pause momentarily after their center Vlad Namestnikov was hit by a slapshot in the head form Nate Schmidt, resulting in his collapse onto the ice.
"Vladislav Namestnikov heads down the tunnel after being hit in the face by a Nate Schmidt slapshot."
As the player was assisted off the ice, the entire crowd cheered him on during his skate to the stretcher.
"Very classy of Avs fans to cheer on Namestnikov after he got up and left the ice.
Great fans 👏"
Great fans 👏"
After the game ended with Colorado victorious 5-1, Jets head coach Rick Bowness gave Winnipeg fans an update on Namestnikov's status. Bowness stated that the player was brought to the hospital for treatment.
"Winnipeg coach Rick Bowness said Vlad Namestnikov went to hospital for treatment after being hit by a shot."
With this player in treatment, it will be more difficult to turn the tables back on Colorado. However, player health is always more important, and we hope you can join us in wishing the best for Namestnikov and his speedy recovery.
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