Brady Tkachuk leaves game after taking a high hit to the head

Brady Tkachuk has been forced to leave today's Ottawa Senators versus Washington Capitals game after suffering an illegal check to the head. During the second period John Carlson delivered a high hit to the head of Tkachuk near the Capitals net.

Tkachuk was clearly shaken up on the play and Carlson was issued a 2 minute penalty for the illegal check.

Update: It appears Tkachuk has been cleared to return as he is back on the ice.

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