One of the most exciting games in the NHL was the one featuring New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe., leaving an indelible mark both on the ice and in the league’s history books, something that cannot happen under the table. In what was the framework of the game where they faced the Philadelphia Flyers, the match became much more exciting when a ‘boxing ring’ was lived in it.
An exchange of blows between Rempe and the experienced Nicolás Deslauriers was one of the most notable fights in recent times in the league and one of the most intense so far this season in the NHL.
A fierce duel, but of gentlemen
The confrontation did not take long to arrive in just the first three minutes after the start of the game, where the fans present in the stadium were well involved in the fight that lasted approximately 60 seconds where both players demonstrated their resistance, determination, as well as grit and bravery.
“I saw him lurking in the warm-ups,” Deslauriers confessed.. Responding to the challenge, Rempe admitted: “He asked me in the warm-ups… We were throwing bombs, a long fight. It was amazing.”
This matchup not only witnessed the physical strength of both players, but also the mutual respect they both have as professional athletes. and important figures in each of their respective teams. Deslauriers, when referring to the conclusion of the fight, highlighted the handling of the event by the match referees and the camaraderie between the combatants.
Like in the best of times
Flyers coach John Tortorella described the moment as simply “very good old-fashioned hockey fight, like the old days.” Of the two, the most physically affected ended up being Deslauriers.
Despite the fight between both players, Rempe did not limit himself to demonstrating physical courage. At a crucial moment in the game, he managed to score what was the decisive goal that secured the victory for the Rangers with a score of 2 goals to 1. This goal was initially attributed to Barclay Goodrow, but later recognized as the work of Rempe., which made his vital influence much clearer in making the final result of the game in favor of the Rangers. Those from New York have achieved a total of 10 consecutive games ending with victory, a franchise record in the National Hockey League.
Rempe’s performance since his debut has been quite remarkable, making it clear that he has the attitudes and aptitudes, both physical and technical, on the ice.. His contributions do not go under the table, and his tenacity has left a very pleasant impression that has made him one of the most beloved players by the fans and in the NHL in general. It should be noted that this was only the player’s fourth game in the league since he had previously been involved in another moment of great controversy with Nathan Bastian, a member of the New Jersey squad.
As for Deslauriers, although he is still looking to score what would be his first goal of the season, his presence on the ice is undeniably impactful.. Valued by his coach and being a reference for the rest of his teammates, his role transcends beyond the scoreboard, contributing and being a vital piece to the dynamics and chemistry of the team. His teammate Scott Laughton commented, “That goes a long way in a whole room. I don’t know if I played with a tougher guy than that.”
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