Buffalo Sabres Broadcaster Rob Ray Relocates After Puck Injury

After taking a deflected puck to the face during a live broadcast, Rob Ray opted to call the next game from the arena's upper section.

Rob Ray, a Buffalo Sabres broadcaster and former NHL player, was struck by a deflected puck above the eye during Saturday's game against the New York Rangers.
The incident left Ray with a visible gash, a swollen lump, and required stitches, though he avoided serious injury.
Ray's reaction to the hit included an expletive caught on a hot mic, which highlighted the risks of broadcasting from between the benches.
For the subsequent game, Ray humorously relocated to the last row of the arena's 300 section to avoid further puck-related injuries.
Ray's decision has sparked lighthearted discussion about the hazards faced by broadcasters working at ice level during NHL games.