What happened to Charlie McAvoy during the Bruins' game against the Panthers?

Charlie McAvoy was hit in the head by an opponent's elbow, causing him to fall and raise concerns.

Did Charlie McAvoy return to play after the hit?

Yes, Charlie McAvoy returned to the ice for the second period after the incident in the first.

What was the outcome of the Bruins' game against the Panthers?

The Boston Bruins lost to the Florida Panthers 5-4 in a shootout.

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Bruins Star McAvoy Escapes Serious Injury After Head Hit

5 Feb

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Summary

Defenseman Charlie McAvoy was hit in the head by an opponent's elbow.
Despite initial concern, McAvoy returned to play in the second period.
The Bruins ultimately lost the game in a shootout to the Panthers.

Bruins Star McAvoy Escapes Serious Injury After Head Hit

Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy endured a frightening on-ice collision when Sandis Vilmanis delivered an elbow to the left side of his head during Wednesday's game. McAvoy, a crucial player for the Bruins and an anticipated member of Team USA for the Olympics, was slow to rise, raising concerns about his health and potential impact on his international play. Vilmanis received a minor penalty for the illegal check.

Despite the scary incident and his teammates' visible anger, McAvoy returned to the ice for the second period, a welcome sight for the Bruins. However, the Panthers capitalized, scoring three goals in the second period to build a 4-2 lead. The Bruins mounted a comeback in the third, with goals from Mark Kastelic and Casey Mittelstadt tying the game and forcing a shootout.