Full Line Erupts During The First 2 Seconds Of The Ranger Vs. Devils
The rivalry between the New Jersey Devils and New York Rangers has been simmering for weeks, reaching a boiling point with Matt Rempe's contentious plays � a dangerous hit on Nathan Bastian followed by a controversial elbow to Jonas Siegenthaler. Despite the uproar, Rempe initially avoided any on-ice confrontation.
However, the much-anticipated moment of accountability arrived tonight. Right after the puck dropped to start the game, Rempe found himself in the unavoidable position of having to answer for his previous actions.
What ensued was a spectacle rarely seen in today's game � a full line brawl, with every player on the ice throwing down the gloves in a chaotic dance of retribution.
The officials, overwhelmed by the sudden eruption of violence, had no choice but to eject six players from the game: Jacob Trouba, K'Andre Miller, John Marino, Chris Tierney, Matt Rempe, and Kurtis MacDermid.
But the fireworks didn't stop there. Dawson Mercer and Will Cuylle also found themselves exchanging blows shortly after.
In the frenzied first 8 minutes of the game, a staggering total of 160 penalty minutes were handed out, setting the tone for what was undeniably more than just another regular-season game.
POLL |
Who do think will win tonight's game? |
New Jersey Devils | 23 | 34.3 % |
New York Rangers | 44 | 65.7 % |
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