Scary Play Leads To Rangers Star Breaking His Leg
In an unfortunate development for the Rangers, tonight's match against the Sabres took a concerning turn as Kaapo Kakko exited the ice, raising concerns about a potential injury.
The unsettling incident unfolded late in the second period when Kakko tumbled awkwardly on his left leg during a collision with Buffalo defenseman
Erik Johnson along the boards.
The Finnish winger immediately exhibited signs of distress, clutching at his left knee and writhing in pain on the ice.
A replay on the MSG video board prompted an audible reaction from the crowd, underlining the gravity of the situation, with the appearance almost suggesting a possible leg injury.
Guided off the ice with assistance and unable to put weight on his left leg, Kakko's injury poses a challenge for the Rangers, who recently welcomed back one key player only to now face potential loss.
The team had previously encountered setbacks, losing both
Adam Fox and
Filip Chytil in a game against the Hurricanes on Nov. 2.
Follow further updates here as the status of Kakko's injury remains uncertain, leaving fans and the team awaiting additional information.
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