Bruins' Nikita Zadorov Enforces His Own Rules in Fight Against Maple Leafs
Nikita Zadorov's hit on Scott Laughton ignited a confrontation in Toronto. The Bruins defenseman stayed true to the unwritten code he upheld against Buffalo.
Zadorov took issue with Jordan Greenway's refusal to fight him after the Sabres' heavy hitter's check injured Elias Lindholm. When Zadorov delivered a second-period hit that knocked Maple Leafs veteran Scott Laughton off his feet and out of the game, he accepted the challenge from Bobby McMann shortly afterward.
Details of the Fight
The fight involved wrestling and grappling. McMann, who was shorter and had less reach, managed to land several glancing right hands to the back of Zadorov’s helmet. Zadorov responded with a few short-armed uppercuts. Both players appeared relatively unscathed as they went to the penalty box for five minutes.
"Neither player was much worse for the wear as they headed to the penalty box for 5 minutes."
Zadorov continues to embody the physical style of play he champions while standing his ground on the ice.
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