Olympic hockey star Ivan Zenchenko suffers life-changing injuries after puck injury during California game

Ivan Zenchenko was reported to have suffered catastrophic injuries after a puck struck his helmet during a hockey game in California in September 2025. A lawsuit against Bauer Hockey and Pure Hockey says a defect in the helmet was a factor in the incident, and the case highlights issues of equipment safety and long-term personal impact, while the former defenseman has reportedly been unable to return to hockey.