Update: Read about Eddie Lack tweeting that he expects to leave the hospital on Monday night here. Great news after quite a scare.
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The Carolina Hurricanes fell short of a win on Monday, but their thoughts likely revolve around the health of goalie Eddie Lack instead.
Lack was taken off the ice on a stretcher after a collision during Andreas Athanasiou’s game-winning goal in overtime. Officials reviewed that the goal counted, giving the Red Wings a 4-3 overtime victory against Carolina.
While it’s been a tough overall season for Hurricanes goalie, Lack has been an integral part of Carolina’s push for a postseason spot. PHT will keep an eye out for updates regarding his condition after this scary collision.
Thank you for your thoughts and prayers as Eddie Lack is taken off the ice on a stretcher following tonight's game. pic.twitter.com/aOyMaTukF1
— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) March 28, 2017
The Red Wings stayed on the ice as Lack was taken off, a nice gesture after an unfortunate accident.
A mostly positive bit of news came from the Hurricanes later on in the evening:
Update on Eddie Lack: He is undergoing tests at UNC REX Hospital. He does have full feeling in his extremities. pic.twitter.com/eKwnzkq823
— Carolina Hurricanes (@Canes) March 28, 2017