During Game 4 of the first-round series between Winnipeg and Colorado, Jets forward Vladislav Namestnikov was taken to the hospital for evaluation after being struck on the left side of his face by a puck. The incident occurred in the third period when Namestnikov was attempting to avoid a shot from teammate Nate Schmidt. Trainers quickly attended to Namestnikov, who left the ice with assistance and a towel pressed to his face.
Following the game, Jets coach Rick Bowness provided no further update on Namestnikov's condition. The Colorado Avalanche currently lead the series 3-1.
