Bruins’ Nikita Zadorov Follows His Own Code in Toronto Fight
Nikita Zadorov sparked a confrontation during a game in Toronto after a hit on Scott Laughton. The Bruins defenseman, known for standing by his personal code, previously challenged Buffalo’s Jordan Greenway for not responding to a hit that injured Elias Lindholm.
In the second period, Zadorov delivered a hard check that knocked Maple Leafs veteran Scott Laughton off his feet and out of the game. Moments later, when Bobby McMann approached, Zadorov accepted the fight.
Details of the Altercation
The skirmish involved wrestling and grabbing. McMann, smaller by about five inches and reach, managed a few grazing right hands to the back of Zadorov’s helmet. Zadorov retaliated with a couple of short uppercuts. Both players remained relatively unharmed as they were sent to the penalty box for five minutes.
"Nikita Zadorov lived up to the unwritten rules he championed against Buffalo."
"McMann landed a few glancing right hands to the back of Zadorov’s helmet. Zadorov connected on a couple of short-armed uppercuts."
Summary: Nikita Zadorov upheld his personal code by responding decisively to a hit on an opponent, resulting in a brief but intense fight during the Bruins-Maple Leafs game.