Zach Hyman injury shakes Oilers in Game 4 after controversial hit by Stars' Marchment
Hyman injured after controversial Marchment hit stuns Oilers (Image via: Getty Images)
Zach Hyman's early exit in Game 4 of the Western Conference Final sent a jolt through Edmonton's playoff momentum. While the Oilers secured a convincing 4-1 win over the Dallas Stars, the spotlight quickly shifted to Hyman's injury, a moment that could have major implications for the remainder of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman leaves Game 4 after collision
Zach Hyman Leaves Game After Making Contact With Mason Marchment
Just 9:17 into the first period, Hyman was carrying the puck out of the Oilers' defensive zone when he attempted to cut past Stars defenseman Esa Lindell. That's when Dallas forward Mason Marchment delivered a heavy shoulder hit to Hyman's right side. The impact sent Hyman stumbling, immediately dropping his stick before heading straight to the bench and then down the tunnel. He did not return.
No penalty was assessed on the play, but the hit quickly sparked controversy.
While some defended it as clean playoff contact, others pointed to Marchment's aggressive reputation and questioned whether the hit crossed the line. Either way, the damage was done.
Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch gave no definitive update postgame, saying only that Hyman would be evaluated further. His absence looms large for a team chasing its first Stanley Cup Final appearance since 2006.
Hyman has been a critical piece of Edmonton's postseason success, leading the NHL in hits (111) and tallying 11 points across 15 playoff games.
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Beyond the numbers, he's been the Oilers' heartbeat, a relentless grinder who brings energy and leadership every shift.
'It's massive,' said goaltender Stuart Skinner. 'The way that we responded was fantastic. You saw a lot of guys step up, skate hard, hitting guys the way that [Hyman] has been hitting.'
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Ryan Nugent-Hopkins echoed the concern, calling Hyman 'a big part of our game' and emphasizing the need for others to step up in his absence. The Oilers now lead the best-of-seven series 3-1 and head to Dallas with a chance to close it out in Game 5. But whether Hyman will be part of that mission remains to be seen and could define the remainder of Edmonton's playoff run.
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