Video of the tragic collision that resulted in Adam Johnson’s death has led to speculation over the intent of the player who hit him.
According to multiple reports, Matt Petgrave — the player whose skate came up and fatally cut Johnson’s neck — has dealt with a torrent of social media attacks since the incident.
The play occurred Saturday in a game between Johnson’s Nottingham Panthers and Petgrave’s Sheffield Steelers in England’s Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL).