Vegas Golden Knights fans are holding their breath as defenseman Brayden McNabb's status for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final hangs in the balance. McNabb's injury occurred in Game 2 against the Carolina Hurricanes when a puck struck him in the face, forcing him to leave the ice. While the extent of his injury is still unknown, the timing couldn't be worse as the Golden Knights look to even the series against the Hurricanes. With the stakes high and the physicality of the playoffs on full display, McNabb's availability will be a crucial factor in determining the outcome of Game 3.

The status of Brayden McNabb for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final remains unclear after the Vegas defenseman left Game 2 against Carolina after taking a puck to the face.