Nick Cousins Sure As Hell Was “Not Doing Great”
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Key Points:
- The Washington Capitals defeated the Ottawa Senators in overtime, but the most notable moment was a powerful legal hit by Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun on Senators' Nick Cousins, which left Cousins injured and unable to return to the game.
- Despite the hit being ruled clean by officials, Cousins' coach indicated he was "not doing great," highlighting ongoing concerns about player safety even in legal plays.
- The incident sparked reflection on the physical toll of hockey, comparing it to the tragic case of former NHL player Claude Lemieux, whose brain was donated for CTE research after his suicide.
- The play underscores the inherent danger in hockey, where legal hits can still cause serious harm, complicating fans' enjoyment of the sport's physicality.
- The Senators are expected to seek revenge in their next matchup against the Capitals on January 2.
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