NHL reporter comes within inches of a puck nailing him in the head
The definition of a close call.
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The Columbus Blue Jackets took on Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday, and pucks were flying all over the place.
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Phrases like "close call" and "near miss" are often overused -- but in this case they almost feel like an understatement.
On Monday night, the Columbus Blue Jackets took on Tampa Bay Lightning in the NHL.
Commentating on the game was Pierre McGuire, who at one point came within roughly two inches of a rogue puck shearing off his glasses.
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Yikes.
Also, kudos to the person behind the camera for their unflinching dedication to the job.