In the context of professional sports events, it's unfortunate that we've become used to seeing athletes try to energize themselves and stay alert by inhaling various substances.
It's surprising that such incidents don't occur more frequently, but during a recent Minnesota Wild game, things went too far.
Reaves Loses Control After Inhaling Smelling Salts
A troubling scene unfolded.
According to reports, forward Ryan Reaves felt that the initial product offered to him wasn't effective enough.
As a result, he requested a stronger substance and quickly regretted his decision.
Reaves nearly became ill right on his team's bench. Even more concerning,
He was seen after the game, still shaken and "disoriented" in his team's locker room, suffering from severe headaches.
Check out the sequence in question:
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As seen on Habs Fanatics - Disturbing scene at the Wild's bench: Ryan Reaves loses control after inhaling a product
Do you think players should stop using smelling salts?
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