This thread is actually pretty compelling evidence that the tide is turning against fighting. Seems like a lot of seasoned hockey fans have realized the downside of it, myself included. This same thread 5 years ago probably has far less people on board with what Yzerman and co are suggesting. I think a lot of modern hockey fans are ready for the game without fighting.
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A few weeks after crashing head-first into the boards (denting his helmet and being unable to move for a little while) following a hit from behind by Bob Errey, the Calgary Flames player explains:
"I was like Christ, lying on my back, with my arms outstretched, crucified"
-- Frank Musil - Early January 1994
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