[GreenLantern2814]

Both guys taking off their helmets and squaring off was one of the most badass and honorable elements in all of sport. It was a sign that two players had a disagreement, but respected each other enough to settle that dispute like men.

I really really really hate this change if it goes through. Of course, we'll ignore the 'block every possible shot' culture that has pervaded the league making it nigh unwatchable, and far more dangerous what with projectiles slamming into dudes ankles at 90mph 40 times a game. And we won't mandate skate fenders either. Let's just get rid of something totally cool and unique and wonderful to shut up the Bruce Dowbiggens of the world.

Oh and did we mention that hybrid icing does absolutely nothing to curb the dangers of touch icing? And that if anything, it makes them worse?

####ing terrible.