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Originally Posted by PepsiFree
Every time someone tries to explain the code it becomes immediately clear that there are dozens of examples every game that go against the code where nobody even considers responding and that the code is actually just a made up excuse for acting like a troglodyte.
Man, woman, hockey player, broadcaster. No matter who you are, if you believe Greig’s action needed more response than “play better” or “respond in kind” then you’re a cave person. Here’s a couple rocks, enjoy smacking them together for a few hours. It’s impossible to defend the code here without undercutting your own intelligence.
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Hertl once scored a goal between the legs when his team was up 7-2. No one clubbed him over the head. I would say that was a much more blatant example of showboating that didn't require retribution for some reason.
This reinforces your point that the code is usually just an excuse to throw a tantrum.
The biggest reason this type of stuff continues to happen is the inconsistent application of the rules. Had Rielly cross checked Greig in the shoulder instead of the head its 50-50 whether it would have even been called a penalty. When players know they are rarely going to be punished for acting out, they will continue to do so.