Hockey elbow pads are being recalled because they can crack, posing a risk of injury, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Skip to content. NOWCAST WBAL-TV 11 News at 6pm.

The NHL made soft-elbow pads mandatory in 2003 and did the same with shoulder pads for the 2010-11 season. The CHL introduced them this season as part of a strategy to reduce concussions.

Details: This recall involves the Reebok EP20K Senior (SR) Hockey Elbow Pads with, all-foam elbow caps. The pads are white with grey and black colored fabric.

The Ontario Hockey League is instituting equipment changes designed to make the game safer. The league announced Wednesday that all players must wear soft cap shoulder and elbow pads for the ...

Each participant will receive the following new equipment to call their own, customized by your local NHL team: helmet, gloves, shoulder pads, elbow pads, hockey pants, shin guards, skates ...