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Skate Cut Saved by Socks: Mandatory Gear?

Leafs' McCabe avoided serious injury from a skate cut thanks to cut-resistant socks. McCabe has worn them for ~15 years, citing safety benefits. The NHL currently does not mandate such protective equipment.

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Known and confirmed

  • Leafs' McCabe avoided serious injury from a skate cut thanks to cut-resistant socks.
  • McCabe has worn them for ~15 years, citing safety benefits.
  • The NHL currently does not mandate such protective equipment.

Unknown or unverified

  • 防割袜对滑行灵活性或速度的具体影响数据不明。
  • 其他球员受伤的具体原因及是否均与缺乏护具有关。
  • 联盟对于引入新强制装备的政策阻力程度。

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