ARIZONA COYOTES Nathan Smith game-worn red #13 CCM helmet with face shield 2023

This is a game-used Arizona Coyotes red #13 helmet that was worn by forward Nathan Smith late in the 2022-23 NHL season. He was called up from the AHL's Tucson Roadrunners in March 2023 and played in 4 games but had no points and 4 penalty minutes. Smith had to wear a CCM face shield to protect an injury to his right eye in three of the four games. This red CCM Tacks helmet appears to be a size medium. It is photo-matched to two of those home games at Mullett Arena in Tempe _ March 26 vs Colorado and March 31 vs Dallas. The Coyotes wore their black helmets in the March 27 game vs Edmonton. This helmet has moderate overall wear and the GOODWILL sponsorship decals on both sides of the helmet and the NHL logo on the back righthand side. The Coyotes only wore this style of glossy red helmet in 2022-23 before switching to red helmets with a red flat matte finish for the 2023-24 season. Nice item for any fan of Smith, who was signed as a free agent by Arizona in April 2022 after he helped lead Minnesota State to the finals of the Frozen Four. The helmet was obtained directly from the Coyotes in a bulk equipment buy.

The CCM Tacks 710 hockey helmet prioritizes player safety and comfort. It features an R.E.D. system designed to manage rotational energy, a key factor in head injuries. By incorporating multiple layers of protection, the R.E.D. system helps to reduce the impact of rotational forces on the brain. The 710 also features the I.Q. Shion Memory Foam, which is a high-tech liner that adapts to the shape of the head, creating a custom-like fit while providing comfort and moisture-wicking properties.

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The 710 is a solid choice for the player looking for a balance of protection and affordability. It's got the new R.E.D. (Rotational Energy Dampening) system, which manages rotational impact force on your head. The helmet is lightweight and the D30 padding is placed in key impact zones. While not as high-end as CCMs flagship helmet, the Super Tacks X, the 710 is a great option for players at all levels looking for reliable protection at an affordable price.

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Jon Leung