Tyler Bunz (born February 11, 1992) is a

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former

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who last played as a prospect within the

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organization of the

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(NHL). Bunz was selected by the Edmonton Oilers in the 5th round (121st overall) of the

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. On March 19, 2012, the Oilers signed Bunz to a three-year entry-level contract. On March 22, 2014, Bunz was hit in the throat by a puck, leading to a life-threatening injury. He recovered from his injury without needing surgery, and resumed his playing career. In the 2014–15 season, on April 2, 2015, Bunz made his NHL debut against the Los Angeles Kings. He substituted in for

Ben Scrivens Ben Scrivens (born September 11, 1986) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey goaltender and current team manager of the University of Denver men's team. He has also played in the NHL for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Los Angeles Kings, Edmonto ...

, who had given up 5 goals, to start the third period. Bunz surrendered 3 goals on 12 shots and the Kings routed the Oilers 8–2.'

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