Kings' Martinez suffers upper-body injury after huge hit by Lightning's Paquette
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Los Angeles Kings defenseman Alec Martinez left Saturday's game against the Tampa Bay Lightning following a big hit by Lightning forward Cedric Paquette in the first period.
(Courtesy: NHL.com)
Martinez suffered an upper-body injury and is doubtful to return, a team spokesman said, according to multiple reports.
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