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Blackhawks: Connor Murphy Exits Early After Big Hit from Alex Ovechkin

Murphy exited Thursday's game early with an apparent upper body injury after taking a big hit from Alex Ovechkin.
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Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy exited Thursday's game early due to an apparent upper-body injury. Just over 20 seconds into the second period, Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin delivered a big hit that rattled Murphy.

Looking dazed, Murphy was slow to get up but eventually made his way to the Blackhawks' locker room. Following the second period, the team officially ruled Murphy out for the game.

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