Let me say this before I get started. Fighting has always been a part of hockey. Hockey is unlike any other sport, and that's the way it should be. The first round of the playoffs has been one of the chippiest in recent memory. The fighting and huge hits have escalated greatly. Emotions are raised in playoffs. Either you win or you're done for the season. Here is a clip of some of the chippy action from Game 3 of the Flyers vs. Penguins series.
Fighting is alright. Chippy play is alright. Those who are calling for the removal of fighting from hockey don't know what they're talking about. What does need to be removed the game? When players intentionally try to injure their opponents. The NHL suspended Aaron Asham, #45 in white, for his actions at the 6:43 mark in the video above. He was suspended for 4 games. Plays like that have no place in the game. The NHL has suspended 5 other players to date in the first round. Good job by the NHL so far.
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