During a Buffalo Sabres game against the New York Rangers on February 22, 2025, former NHL enforcer and current broadcaster Rob Ray was struck in the face by a deflected puck.

Known for his scrappy play, Ray has a history of injuries sustained during hockey games.

His immediate reaction to the puck hitting him included an audible expletive, which was captured on a hot mic, showcasing his characteristic toughness.

Despite suffering a gash above his left eye and damaging his glasses, Ray continued to commentate on the game.

Sabres' doctors checked on Ray's injury, but he remained in the broadcast booth, continuing his commentary while waiting to receive stitches.

Ray, who holds the Sabres' record for most penalty minutes in a player's career with 3,189, also ranks sixth in NHL history with a total of 3,207 penalty minutes.

Ray later displayed his injury on air, proudly showing the welt above his eye and commenting on its unusual location.

The game was briefly paused for Ray to receive medical attention, but he stood firm and indicated that play could continue.

Since taking over as a color commentator in 2012, Ray has maintained the same scrappy demeanor in the broadcast booth that he exhibited on the ice.

The NHL even implemented a rule known as the 'Rob Ray rule' due to his unique fighting style, which involved removing his jersey and shoulder pads during fights.

In the end, the Buffalo Sabres triumphed over the New York Rangers with a decisive score of 8-2 on February 23, 2025.