The Latest Breaking News from Adam Johnson

Coroner’s concern over future deaths if neck guards are not worn in ice hockey

The coroner investigating the death of the Nottingham Panthers’ Adam Johnson has issued an early report to the UK governing body.

The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2023

Hockey's wake-up call: Neck guards should be mandatory following Adam Johnson's death

The death of professional ice hockey player Adam Johnson from a freak injury has renewed debates about protective hockey equipment. On Oct. 28, the 29-year-old died after being cut in the neck by a skate blade during an English league hockey game.

The Conversation · Nov 5, 2023

Taylor Hall scores in return as Blackhawks beat Panthers

Hall, back for good from his shoulder injury, scored his first goal as a Hawk to cap an explosive first period. Goalie Petr Mrazek then helped the Hawks protect that lead en route to a 5-2 victory.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 5, 2023

Teammates may struggle to get back on ice after player’s death – psychologist

Adam Johnson of the Nottingham Panthers died following a collision during a game on Saturday.

The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2023

Inquest to open into death of Nottingham Panthers ice hockey player Adam Johnson

About 8,000 fans watched in horror as attempts were made to save Johnson’s life after what teammates said was a ‘freak accident’.

The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2023

NHL considers more cut protection after player dies from a skate cut to the neck in England

Commissioner Gary Bettman and Players’ Association executive director Marty Walsh touched based Sunday in the immediate aftermath of the death of former Penguins player Adam Johnson.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 1, 2023

Interest in neck guards spikes after a hockey player's tragic death

Interest in cut-resistant neck guards is surging: "That could be one of the positive things that might come out of this terrible tragedy," said Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan.

WEKU · Nov 1, 2023

Adam Johnson’s death makes ice hockey face up to game’s dangers

Resistance to safety lies deep in the sport’s culture but it is to be hoped the tragedy in Sheffield will now prompt action

The Guardian - UK · Nov 1, 2023

Nottingham Panthers invite all fans to gathering in honour of Adam Johnson

The American died after a collision in a Challenge Cup match at Sheffield Steelers last Saturday.

The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2023

Inquiry into ice hockey player’s death will take some time, police say

Adam Johnson of the Nottingham Panthers died after a collision during a game on Saturday.

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023