The ice hockey community has come together to mourn the loss of Adam Johnson, a 29-year-old professional ice hockey player who was killed in a "freak accident" during a match in Sheffield.

Johnson, who was originally from Minnesota, was playing for Nottingham Panthers in a Challenge Cup match against Sheffield Steelers on Saturday night when he suffered a catastrophic injury after his neck was cut by a blade.

The players were rushed off the ice and the spectators were asked to leave the arena while he was treated. Johnson was later pronounced dead in hospital. This is a tragic loss for the sport and Johnson's family, friends, and fans.

Johnson's mother, Kari, has expressed her heartbreak over her son's death in a heartfelt post on Facebook. She said, "I lost half of my heart tonight. Love you always Munch."

The Nottingham Panthers, for whom Johnson played, have also expressed their shock and grief, calling the death a "freak accident" in a statement. This tragic loss is being felt throughout the ice hockey community, with many people paying tribute to Johnson and expressing their condolences to his family and friends.