Potential playoff matchup vs Carolina brings back memories of Bruins vs Whalers brawl in 1990 (VIDEO)

Before the Hartford Whalers relocated to North Carolina in 1997, they had a cross-border rivalry with the Boston Bruins. The most famous feud happened on April 11, 1990, almost exactly 32 years ago.

It all started from a high-stick by Whalers Ed Kastelic on Craig Janney; Cam Neely went after Dean Evason, with the benches going at it too. Somehow there was only a combined 30 penalty minutes in the entire game (pre-instigator rule).

Check out the entire brawl below:

If the Hurricanes and Bruins meet up this season in the playoffs, it's safe to say there won't be any line brawls. Although a great showcase of skill between the two talented teams. In all honesty, the latter would most certainly be more entertaining!

Nevertheless, it will be nice to see a potential new rivalry born.