Unpopular opinion incoming.
I do not think the hit was dirty.
-Dumba was playing desperation hockey in the final minute in a close game so I understand his aggression
-Dumba did not leave his feet to deliver the hit (he jumped after contact)
-Dumba did not hit the head IMO. My eyes saw Dumba's forearm hit Backlund's sternum. But I do admit that this point is arguable.
-Backlund has his head down. Why are you going into the slot with your head down.
-Backlund still had the puck in the vicinity.
I thought Lomberg's response was sufficient for the hit. I believe Backlund will be playing on Saturday, and we will all move on.
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