There are plenty of hazards on an NHL rink even if you’re not a player.
Barry Trotz ranks among the coaches who’ve been hit by pucks, though he’s one of the tiny sliver of humans who would shake off a puck to the forehead. It can be dangerous for officials, too, whether it means a wayward puck or wayward player.
The latest example comes in the form of linesman Steve Miller needing help off the ice after a puck hit him in the knee area. As you can see from the video, it looked like he was in serious pain.
Yikes:
Per league official, linesman Steve Miller initially diagnosed with a quad contusion as of now #mnwild #nhl #mapleleafs
— Michael Russo (@RussoHockey) December 8, 2016