Thursday's game between the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars had a really scary moment, where Oilers player Matt Hendricks inadvertently blocked a Stars slapshot with his crotch. He was taken to the locker room shortly after.
Oilers player shows off his smashed cup after taking a slapshot to the crotch
As nasty as that scene looked, thankfully he’s OK, thanks to his trusty cup:
Id like to thank Bike & @RussellAthletic for saving my bacon tonight! #closecall pic.twitter.com/heGYVlQnqr
— Matt Hendricks (@MattHendy26) January 22, 2016 When in doubt, wear a cup. You never know.
(h/t Deadspin)
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