Backes forced from game after crushing hit from Miller

Boston Bruins forward David Backes was forced from Sunday's game after taking an open-ice hit from Tampa Bay Lightning forward J.T. Miller in the second period.

#GoBolts JT Miller's hit on #NHLBruins David Backes that has Backes down for a while pic.twitter.com/jmskomk5dz

- Boston Bruins on CLNS (@BruinsCLNS) May 6, 2018

Backes remained on the ice for several minutes before being helped to the dressing room by his teammates. He did not return for the third period.

What's concerning is Backes has suffered at least two previous concussions, according to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.

To add insult to injury, Miller scored a power-play marker less than two minutes later to give the Lightning a 2-1 lead.

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