"Every now and then, you run into a story that just makes you shake your head and say "That's what hockey players do!" When that thought goes through your head, it's best to use the same inflection that a character uses toward a zany-but-beloved family member in a bad sitcom.

The latest occurrence revolves around the crazy accident that took Taylor Hall as its victim.

In case you didn't see it, Hall lost his balance during pre-game warm-ups, taking out a fellow Edmonton Oilers player in the process. The two of them glided toward Corey Potter, who attempted to hurdle both but ended up landing his skate on Hall's head.

The 2010 first overall pick is OK from a "didn't lose his eye/get his throat cut" standpoint, but the extent of his OK-ness is still truly in doubt. I've heard some rumors that he'll barely miss a couple more games and other ones that discuss this could end up being a season-ending injury."