Horrible scene as Namestnikov was hit in the face by a puck

The Winnipeg Jets night continues to get worse. After pulling goalie Connor Hellebuyck and being down 4-1 the Jets are now facing the loss of a player. Vlad Namestnikov has left today's game after taking a puck to the face.

Midway through the third period tragedy struck for the Winnipeg Jets after forward Vlad Namestnikov was hit in the face with a puck. He immediately fell to the ice with blood leaking from his face.









While things initially looked incredibly serious Vlad Namestnikov would end up getting back up under his own power. He would then make his way to the locker room with the training staff.



As of now Vlad Namestnikov has not returned and there is no update for the team. As for the game the Jets still trail the Avalanche 4-1 with 9 minutes left. As updates are provided on Vlad Namestnikov's status we will provide them to you.