The hockey world was shaken to its foundations in October of 2023 when a horrific on-ice incident claimed the life of former ...

The fans in attendance were then "asked to leave ... Penguins join the entire hockey world in mourning the life of Adam Johnson, whose life tragically ended far too soon,” the Penguins wrote.

Jeanine Leech/Icon Sportswire via Getty In the wake of Adam Johnson’s death, the English Ice Hockey Association has announced that it will require players to wear neck guards beginning next year.

It added: “Our thoughts remain with Adam’s family and friends.” Mr Johnson’s death shocked the ice hockey world after being witnessed by thousands of fans at the arena in Sheffield.

Adam Johnson, a former NHL star, tragically died during a match in England in 2023. His throat was accidentally cut by the skate of Sheffield Steelers' Matt Petgrave, resulting in his death ...