Bruins’ Nikita Zadorov Follows His Own Rules in Fight Against Maple Leafs
Nikita Zadorov's hit on Scott Laughton triggered a fight in Toronto. The Bruins defenseman upheld the unwritten code he supported previously against Buffalo.
Zadorov was upset when Jordan Greenway refused to fight him after the Sabres' heavy hit injured Elias Lindholm. Later, Zadorov's second-period check knocked Maple Leafs veteran Scott Laughton off his feet, ending his game.
When Bobby McMann challenged Zadorov shortly after, he accepted.
Details of the Fight
The two wrestled and pulled at each other. McMann, who was noticeably smaller, landed some glancing right hands to the back of Zadorov’s helmet.
Zadorov responded with a few short-armed uppercuts. Both players seemed relatively unscathed afterward and were sent to the penalty box for five minutes.
“Nikita Zadorov lived up to the unwritten rules he championed against Buffalo.”
Summary: Nikita Zadorov stood by his personal rules on the ice, responding decisively after his hit caused a key injury and engaging quickly when challenged in a fight.
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