Bo Horvat under evaluation after hit from Blackhawks' Frank Nazar
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 3:42 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
New York Islanders captain Bo Horvat is under evaluation following a shoulder hit from Chicago Blackhawks' Frank Nazar during Thursday's game. Horvat scored an empty net goal before the incident, which resulted in a major penalty and game misconduct for Nazar. Teammates reacted immediately, engaging in a brawl with the Blackhawks to defend their captain. Islanders head coach Peter DeBoer expressed concern over the hit, emphasizing the timing and impact on Horvat. The team awaits further evaluations on Horvat's condition.
- •Horvat scored his second goal before the hit.
- •Nazar received a major penalty for the shoulder hit.
- •The hit occurred with the game in its final minutes.
- •Teammates defended Horvat, leading to a brawl.
- •DeBoer stated the hit was unacceptable.
- 3:42 AMYahoo Sports — Islanders captain Bo Horvat under evaluation after 'cheap shot' from Blackhawks' Frank Nazar
"After scoring an empty netter against the Chicago Blackhawks Thursday night, New York Islanders captain Bo Horvat was sent spiraling through the air by Chicago's Frank Nazar.
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