The NHL Emergency Backup Goalie rule might be the one of the great rules in professional sports. The rule has led to some incredible stories over the past decade. In 2018, Scott Foster became the first EBUG in NHL history to make a save, registering 7 saves in relief. In 2020, David Ayers became the first EBUG to record a victory when he came into a game and helped the Carolina Hurricanes defeat the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Ilya Samsonov would enter the game in relief to finish the first period and begin the second. However, it's been well documented that Samsonov has been dealing with health issues described as "bumps and bruises" for a couple weeks now. After making a save Samsonov immediately began to show signs of discomfort, which left Maple Leafs' fans feeling uneasy.