Upon witnessing Dallas Stars prospect Matej Blumel's head striking the ice, it became clear that he had sustained a severe injury. The game came to an abrupt halt as medical personnel hurried onto the rink, and recent reports indicate that Blumel lay motionless on the ice.
The hit took place early in the game, just as the first period commenced. Blumel was quickly removed from the ice and placed in an ambulance. Reports indicate that the on-site EMT also accompanied Blumel.