NY Rangers Head Coach Makes Shocking Statement On Matt Rempe's Fights

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Hunter Bowman
March 20, 2024 (9:38 PM)

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In his electrifying start to an NHL career, 21-year-old Matt Rempe has quickly made headlines, engaging in bouts with some of the league's toughest enforcers, including Ryan Reaves and Matt Martin.

Rempe's willingness to throw down with the heavyweights has not only won him fame but also sparked concern for his well-being both on and off the ice.

Despite the excitement surrounding his fearless approach, the reaction from fans and insiders has been mixed, with many voicing apprehension about the potential for injury. This concern has been echoed by the New York Rangers head coach, Peter Laviolette, who has now publicly advised Rempe to dial back the fisticuffs.

Interesting comments from Peter Laviolette on Matt Rempe. He said they've had talks about having fewer staged fights. He didn't want Rempe to fight MacDermid early vs NJ because the #NYR viewed the Bastian hit as clean. Then the refs stopped a fight after the Siegenthaler hit.

Laviolette, aligning with the worried fans, has had discussions with Rempe, advising him to be more selective about engaging in fights. The coach defended Rempe's controversial hit on Nathan Bastian as clean and suggested that the young forward should avoid unnecessary retaliatory fights.

While this doesn't mean Rempe's days of dropping the gloves are entirely behind him, it indicates a more cautious approach to his physical play. The Rangers seem keen on safeguarding their young talent, ensuring that while Rempe continues to make his mark, he does so in a manner that preserves his health and career longevity.

Source: Houseofhockey