The NHL has a huge history when it comes to events transpiring little boxing matches on the ice rink. Many regulations have been added to the game to prevent these kinds of brawls from breaking out. However, the regulations do not please the fans, since they would like to see a more physical game between the players. Jacob Trouba, a defender for the Rangers, had a great boxing display in the last game against the Flames.

After a back-and-forth contest, the New York Rangers prevailed in overtime, thanks to a goal by Alexis Lafrenière. There were a few hits and clashes involving Jacob Trouba, a few skirmishes in front of the net, and a power-play goal for the Rangers due to silly penalties by the Flames. The contest included not one but three separate battles. Trouba’s first opponent was Chris Tanev of the Flames. Sammy Blais of the Rangers punched Milan Lucic, sparking the second altercation. For similar reasons, the two teams ended up fighting. Again, it was Trouba who started the third bout, this time with Dillon Dube. The intensity of the physical play in this match brought back memories for many spectators.

Just what the NHL fans needed

The Rangers’ game against the Flames was just what NHL fans needed after a dull all-star weekend. The contest was intense, and the rough play of Rangers defender Jacob Trouba just added to the flavor.

This user, who isn’t a fan of the Rangers, shared their opinion on Jacob Trouba’s defense, saying, “I’m not a rangers fan at all.. but that hit on Kadri was glorious.”

This fan claims this game to be one of the best games this NHL season, saying, “Probably the most entertaining NHL game of the year. Did you hear the excitement of the fans? If more games were played like this the US ratings would not be down.”

It looks like another fan went down a nostalgic lane after watching all these fights, saying, “YES! OLD SCHOOL HOCKEY FOR ONCE!”

Another fan also shares their view on Trouba and says, “Both of Jacob’s body checks were just bone-crushing. I’m really glad nobody got hurt.”

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Here are some more comments by fans who also went on a nostalgic trip.

“Wonderful game… glad to see heavy hitting coming back to hockey… makes it so much more fun!”

“Trouba just became one of my fav players from this performance alone. Love the passion and those hits were works of art.”

“Looks like a great game…just think we used to have this kind of hockey every game 20 years ago.”

“Good to see some physicality back in the game. Old timey hockey.”

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