In a heated Game 2 of their Eastern Conference playoff series, the Florida Panthers overpowered the Boston Bruins 6-1, marked by intense physical play, 14 ejections, and a notable fight between stars David Pastrnak and Matthew Tkachuk.
In response to the tumultuous game, the NHL has issued warnings to both teams ahead of Game 3, signaling a stricter oversight to ensure player safety and maintain sportsmanship.
The league's intervention reflects a broader trend under Commissioner Gary Bettman's tenure, moving away from the traditionally rough nature of playoff hockey and stirring debate about the evolving nature of the game.
