How the sport has changed... 30 years ago this wouldn't have been noticed. Five years ago... there may have been discussion but most Flames fans would be upset that people are trying to make the game wimpy. Now? Some Flames fans are even vilifying their own player, the same fans who would be upset that the team doesn't come to each other's defense. The last part is what annoys me the most.
I wouldn't be surprised if he got a fine or a one game suspension. It won't be the end of the world, but I hope he gets off with just a warning. I'm just happy that the Flames have a player who isn't scared to stir the drink. This is the type of player they've been missing since... Ville Nieminen?
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