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The Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin got hit in the face with a puck against the Seattle Kraken, and a new report revealed exactly how bad it was.
On Saturday night, the Detroit Red Wings were in Seattle to face the Kraken as they continued their six-game road trip out west.
The Wings captain had to leave the game after getting hit in the face with a puck.
However, he managed to return for the third period, with a jaw protector on his helmet.
If you missed it, check out what went down here:
Then, last night, in the broadcast of the game between the Red Wings and the Vancouver Canucks, Ken Daniels shed light on Larkin’s injury.
New Details Emerge On Larkin’s Injury: He Had To Get A Lot Of Stitches
He wore the special helmet and still managed to score a goal, albeit in an empty net; his performance was impressive.
What makes this even more impressive is to know that Larkin had to get “12-13 stitches” after getting hit in the face, according to Ken Daniels:
The Wings captain showed a lot of courage and leadership returning, most likely inspiring his teammates to perform at the best of their abilities.
He is currently producing at a career-high rhythm, with 32 points, including 16 goals, in 30 games.
With that win, the Wings are now at the top of the Atlantic Division, a place they will look to solidify tomorrow night against the Calgary Flames.
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