Oilers’ Evan Bouchard knocked out cold by Ryan Lindgren hit at World Championships

Evan Bouchard, the top defenseman for the Edmonton Oilers, was knocked out cold by a hit from Ryan Lindgren while playing for Team Canada at the World Championships. Following the incident, Bouchard left the game, and Canada was awarded a powerplay.

This incident raises concerns about player safety in international competitions and highlights the physicality of the game, especially for players transitioning from the NHL playoffs to international play. Bouchard's condition will be closely monitored as it could impact his future performance and health.