The thought comes in flashes, sudden reminders. It’s a tough thing.” One year ago this week, former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Adam Johnson died after an opponent’s skate sliced his neck during a game in Britain’s top hockey league. Since Johnson’s death, USA Hockey has made neck protection mandatory for players competing in youth, girls, high school and junior hockey. “But …
A little more than a year ago, T.J. Oshie read a story about a young boy who was cut in the neck by a skate blade during a youth hockey game. “It’s not a cool look having neck guards on,” Oshie said. GO DEEPER Shocked by Adam Johnson's death, former Penguins teammates remember 'a great young man' “It’s unfortunate,” Blackhawks …
