Former NHL Player Passes Away in Tragic Accident

Former NHL forward Adam Johnson tragically passed away Saturday night after being cut with a skate while playing a game in England.

The 29 year-old was playing for the Nottingham Panthers in the EIHL.

Johnson had spent five years with the Pittsburgh Penguins organization, playing primarily in the AHL for the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.

Adam Johnson played thirteen NHL games and tallied two points including his first NHL goal for the Penguins.



Johnson was rushed to the hospital after a skate cut him in the neck, where he passed away later on in the night.

Our hearts are with Adam Johnson's family during this tragic time.