Jared Bednar, the head coach of the Colorado Avalanche, was taken to the hospital after being hit in the face by a puck during a game against the Golden Knights. Despite the alarming nature of the injury, reports indicate that Bednar was alert when transported. The incident occurred in a tense overtime loss to Vegas, raising concerns among fans and players alike. Following the game, Bednar expressed disappointment over another tough loss, this time to the last-place Canucks. He has been receiving evaluations after the injury to ensure his well-being.