NHL fans are holding their breath as Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Artyom Nikishin faces a challenging road to recovery after suffering a concussion at the hands of a hit from teammate Matt Kleven. In a Sunday morning update, the Hurricanes revealed that Nikishin, who was taken from the ice and evaluated by medical staff, has been diagnosed with a concussion. The 24-year-old defenseman will now undergo the NHL's concussion protocol, which will be conducted in Raleigh, North Carolina, as he continues to work towards a full recovery. The timing of Nikishin's injury may prove fortunate for the Hurricanes, as they are set to enjoy a brief break before their next game, potentially giving Nikishin and his team a chance to assess and address the situation before he returns to the ice.
4/26/26: The Hurricanes issued an update on Nikishin’s status Sunday morning, revealing the defenseman was diagnosed with a concussion as a result of Kleven’s hit. Nikishin returned with the team to Raleigh and will continue with the NHL’s concussion protocol there. Carolina is set to have a decent break before its next game thanks to the […]
