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Originally Posted by Jiri Hrdina
There are pretty strict protocols regarding concussions. You are making a big leap assuming he was brought back too quickly. Frankly his decline in play pre-dated the scary hit.
I'm the first to say the NHL needs to do more to prevent concussions (eliminating big hits and fighting) but that's very different from suggesting they are still bringing concussed players back too soon.
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I don't think that big of a leap. AFL has mandated 10 days for any player taken off with concussion, however the team lists provide space for the players to rest ,list of 38 (I may also be more concerned since the team I support has had a number of players retire due to excessive concussions). If the NHL wanted to support concussed players they should allow flexibility to the teams to not rush them back, maybe a wavier exemption?