Hockey player hospitalized after being knocked unconscious in fight, causing league to suspend game

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A junior hockey player was knocked unconscious during a fight on Tuesday night, resulting in the game being suspended.

Tri-City Americans defenseman Terrell Goldsmith, 19, and Ashton Cumby of the Seattle Thunderbirds dropped the gloves just after a face-off in the beginning of the second period. 

The pair exchanged blows, and Goldsmith’s helmet was knocked off. Shortly after his helmet was off, Cumby landed a hard punch that sent Goldsmith unconscious, as he fell face-first onto the ice. 

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Terrell Goldsmith, #10 of the Prince Albert Raiders, skates during second-period action against the Winnipeg ICE at Wayne Fleming Arena on March 18, 2023, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. (Jonathan Kozub/Getty Images)

The Americans’ trainer ran onto the ice, and the Thunderbirds' trainer also departed his respective bench to help tend to Goldsmith. The incident was so scary that cameras didn't show Goldsmith on the ice being tended by trainers. Teammates could clearly be seen calling on trainers frantically.

Goldsmith was stretchered off the ice and reportedly offered the crowd a thumbs-up before being taken into an ambulance. 

The Americans posted to X on Wednesday morning with an update on Goldsmith.

"Terrell Goldsmith remains in hospital this morning under observation. Upon arriving at the hospital last night, he was awake, responsive and in good spirits. The Tri-City Americans appreciate the words of concern and support for Goldsmith. We will continue to update his status," the statement read. 

Following Goldsmith’s injury, the game was delayed and then suspended. The Western Hockey League said