BREAKING: 20-Year-Old Defenseman Leaves Hockey After Numerous Concussions
Today a sad announcement was made by the OHL's London Knights as one of their players is stepping away from the ice due to chronic concussion problems.
20-Year-Old Defenseman Leaves Hockey After Concussions
The London Knight announced today via X that one of their most veteran defensemen will be stepping away from playing in the OHL. The announcement confirms defenseman Ethan Mackinnon will be putting his playing career on hold due to concussions.
Overage defenceman Ethan MacKinnon has announced he's stepping away from hockey due to concussion related symptoms.
Despite his time playing for the London Knights coming to an end, he will still be a big part of the organization. The Knights announced Mackinnon will join their staff as a development coach. This will allow him to transition to a new career while keeping the door open for a return if his health permits it.
As Mackinnon begins this new adventure we wish him all the best and hope he can continue to stay healthy.
As Read On - Blade Of Steel - OHL defenceman forced to step away from hockey due to concussions
POLL |
Will the London Knights make Ethan Mackinnon a permanent part of their staff? |
Yes | 42 | 68.9 % |
No | 19 | 31.1 % |
List of polls |
|
3 hours ago | By Tyler Ball New York Islanders share a sad update on defenseman Mike Reilly's health after recent tests |
|
6 hours ago | By Tom Banks Igor Shesterkin calls out rookie Macklin Celebrini in a hilarious way |
|
10 hours ago | By Tom Banks NHL Official terrifyingly helped from the ice after scary collision with a Colorado Avalanche Defenseman |
|
12 hours ago | By Tom Banks Toronto Maple Leafs Head Coach Craig Berube officially reacts to the five-game suspension for Ryan Reaves |
|
12 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente Bruins shockingly call up enforcer as they attempt to add spark to their slow start |
|
15 hours ago | By Tom Banks Boston Bruins reportedly in legal trouble with country star Zach Bryan |
|
16 hours ago | By Tom Banks St. Louis Blues shockingly place veteran winger on waivers |
|
16 hours ago | By Tom Banks Darnell Nurse's return timetable set after brutal hit from Ryan Reaves |
Previously on HouseOfHockey