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The Independent UK
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Mike Bedigan

NHL coach suffers facial fractures after being brutally struck by a loose puck

The head coach of the Colorado Avalanche ice hockey team was taken to hospital after being struck in the side of the head by a rogue puck.

Jared Bednar suffered facial fractures and a corneal abrasion following the incident but is expected to make a full recovery, according to a statement from the NHL team.

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