Watch: Stars' Colin Blackwell sets physical tone with jarring hit on Wild's Yakov Trenin

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In Game 2 of the NHL playoffs, Dallas Stars' Colin Blackwell delivered a memorable hit on Minnesota Wild's Yakov Trenin, who is known for his physical play. The hit occurred with 5:16 left in the first period, leaving Trenin unable to continue for the remainder of the period.

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Colin Blackwell hit Yakov Trenin during Game 2 of the NHL playoffs
Trenin is known for his physical play and was the NHL's hits leader
The hit left Trenin unable to continue for the rest of the first period

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Dallas Stars fans wait in line outside the American Airlines Center to see the Stars face the Minnesota Wild in Game 2 of a first-round NHL hockey playoff series in Dallas, April 20, 2026. (Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning News) The first-round Stanley Cup playoff series between the Stars and Wild has been as physical as advertised. In the first period of Monday's Game 2, Stars fans witnessed a playoff hit they'll likely remember for a long time. With 5:16 left in the period, Dallas' Colin Blackwell (5-8, 181 pounds) knocked Minnesota forward Yakov Trenin to the ice. The Stars were defending when Trenin was looking to make his way toward Jake Oettinger's goal. Trenin didn't get far, as Blackwell stopped the forward's momentum. The crowd at American Airlines Center erupted as Blackwell delivered the hit. Trenin has a reputation for being one of the Wild's most physical players. Trenin (6-2, 201 pounds) was the NHL's regular-season hits leader, posting 413 throughout the campaign. He also set the tone in Game 1, delivering 13 hits Saturday in Dallas. The Wild had to finish out the rest of the first period without Trenin, who was tended to by a trainer on the ice before he went to the locker room. Here's a look at the hit from Blackwell:

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What happened during the hit between Colin Blackwell and Yakov Trenin?

Colin Blackwell delivered a significant hit on Yakov Trenin, knocking him to the ice during Game 2 of the NHL playoffs, which left Trenin unable to finish the period.

How did Yakov Trenin perform in the regular season before the playoffs?

Yakov Trenin led the NHL in regular-season hits with 413, showcasing his reputation as one of the most physical players in the league.

What was the crowd's reaction to Blackwell's hit on Trenin?

The crowd at the American Airlines Center erupted in cheers as Colin Blackwell delivered the hit on Yakov Trenin.

Watch: Stars' Colin Blackwell sets physical tone with jarring hit on Wild's Yakov Trenin

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