After undergoing an hour - long surgery , he is listed in stable condition .
The Panthers ' Richard Zednik had his carotid artery nearly severed by a teammate 's skate in a freak accident Sunday night .
After undergoing an hour - long surgery , Richard Zednik is listed in stable condition .
The Panthers ' Richard Zednik had his carotid artery nearly severed by a teammate 's skate in a freak accident Sunday night .