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Originally Posted by Wolven
^ Beaten to it again.
As mentioned, Scott's intent is painfully obvious. Hockey players don't drop their gloves and stick and start grabbing at and chasing a guy because they are looking to make new friends. If you think Scott's intent was anything other than to beat the stuffing out of Kessel then you are kidding yourself.
Also, I am not really arguing whether or not what Kessel did was dangerous, I don't think it matters either. The guy is acting in self defense against a much larger and more dangerous opponent. I say chop away.
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While you mention Scotts intent, if you look close enough before the fight started you can see Scott asking Kessel if he wants to fight, Kessel then starts reaching towards Scotts face... Just sayin.
IMHO Kessel could have skated away, his team mates would have been there for him.
Kind of silly when you consider Kessel came back again and swung his stick a second time... Was that self defense too? At that point on the second swing that seriously looks like intent to injure. Did anyone notice how hard he swung his stick at Scott's ankles..wow!?
Also how many punches did Scott throw at Kessel when he probably had time to throw a couple?