Pittsburgh Penguins v Vancouver Canucks - Source: Getty — Pens' Noel Acciari escapes scary injury as Andrew Copp's skate blade makes dangerous contact. (Image Source: Getty)

Watch: Pens' Noel Acciari escapes scary injury as Andrew Copp's skate blade makes dangerous contact

Modified Nov 14, 2024 02:43 GMT

In a scary moment on the ice, Pittsburgh Penguins Noel Acciari narrowly avoided a serious injury when Red Wings' Andrew Copp's skate blade made dangerous contact during a battle for puck possession.

Copp's skate struck Acciari in the back of the head, creating a tense moment for players and fans alike. Fortunately, both Noel Acciari and Andrew Copp escaped without serious injury.

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The incident comes on the heels of a tragic event from last year when former hockey player Adam Johnson lost his life after a skate blade struck him during a game against the Sheffield Steelers.

Matt Petgrave, a player for the Steelers, cut Johnson's neck with his skate, leading to severe injury. Johnson ultimately bled out and died in the hospital.

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Abhishek is an NHL writer at Sportskeeda with over 2 years of sports reporting experience and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Delhi. He became a fan of ice hockey after watching NHL fight videos on YouTube, which led to him professionally writing about the sport and his continued interest in all things hockey.

A fan of the Boston Bruins, Abhishek considers their incredible comeback win against the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2013 playoffs as the most iconic moment in the NHL. His admiration for the six-time Stanley Cup winners also comes from the team’s storied history, distinctive black and gold uniform and their success in the sport. His all-time favorite NHL players are Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid, for their ability to perform at the highest level consistently.

Abhishek ensures his reporting is fair and balanced by being well-researched in his details, which he expects to be relevant, up-to-date and in line with ethical standards. His specialties are doing detailed match analysis and covering fan reactions.

Abhishek enjoys music, traveling and going on walks with his three German Shepherds in his free time, along with learning about horticulture.

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