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Originally Posted by AC
I don't disagree with Bieksa though regarding the Tkachuk play.
Haas wasn't going for a hit given the situation, but it turned into an awkward collision because Tkachuk spun last second. I think it could have easily been a boarding penalty with a different ref, but it was a nothing play until Tkachuk puts himself into a bad position with a guy coming in on him.
But absolutely the intermission would be calling for the Flame's head if that was McDavid getting injured on the same play.
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I know the rules don't support my opinion, but much like a player needs to be in control of their stick at all times (or else getting a high sticking penalty), they should have to be in control of their body.
Why are we ok with a stick inadvertently hitting an opponent and not their body?