In a distressing incident during an ice hockey game in Norway on November 30, 19-year-old player Jonas Nyhus Myhre experienced a horrifying accident that resulted in his chest being slashed open by another player’s blade. The game, which featured Myhre’s team Lørenskog against Storhamar in the Norwegian ice hockey league, took a grim turn during a clash with an opposing defender.
The unfortunate incident occurred when the opponent’s blade not only cut through Myhre’s clothing but also inflicted wounds on his skin and muscle. Despite the severity of the injury, Myhre initially didn’t feel the pain due to the adrenaline rush. However, after a few minutes, the pain became excruciating, and he realized he couldn’t properly use his pectoral muscle.
Undeterred, Myhre continued skating for a short while before recognizing the severity of the injury. He approached his teammates and asked them to inspect the wound, leading to his immediate transfer to the hospital. Recounting the incident, Myhre described the sensation of the clash as if he had been kicked by a horse.
The slash to Myhre’s chest was deep enough to necessitate stitching both his skin and muscle back together. Fortunately, the injury wasn’t closer to his heart, preventing a potentially more severe outcome. Despite the gravity of the situation, Myhre considers himself fortunate given the circumstances.
Following the accident, Myhre, originally set to represent his country at the upcoming World Hockey Championships, now faces a prolonged recovery period, with expectations of returning no earlier than the middle of February.
This harrowing incident comes on the heels of the tragic death of American ice hockey star Adam Johnson, a member of the Nottingham Panthers. Johnson lost his life on October 28 after being struck in the neck by a skate during a match in Sheffield. In response to this tragedy, the Ice Hockey World Federation is implementing mandatory neck protection for all its competitions, emphasizing the importance of ensuring player safety. The federation strongly recommends the use of neck laceration protectors by all players participating in IIHF competitions until the official rule is in effect.
