The forward suffered a 'freak' neck injury during yesterday's game.
An ice hockey player who was injured in a 'freak accident' in last night's Challenger Cup match has died. Nottingham Panthers forward Adam Johnson suffered a serious neck injury at the Utilita Arena in Sheffield yesterday . The game was called off and Johnson was rushed to hospital. Now, the club has confirmed that the player has died.
'Everyone at the club including players, staff, management and ownership are heartbroken at the news of Adam's passing.' The Elite Ice Hockey League has postponed all matches across the UK today. 'The thoughts of everyone connected with the EIHL are with Adam's family, friends and team-mates at this incredibly sad and difficult time,' league officials said. Nottingham Panthers signed experienced 29-year-old forward Johnson for the 2023-24 season.
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