Cairns vs. Brashear... last night

[born2runPROgm]

Did anyone catch the fight last night during the Pens/ Flyers game on OLN? A good fight between two great heavyweights... I have to say that those fights are sure entertaining and in my opinion, good for the game. Things started to get a little chippy, then the coaches sent out the big boys to finish the dispute. After the fight (*which I think Cairns won) the chippyness was over and a good game continued.... It got the fans going and was fun to see on tv. I just hope the NHL doesnt ever get rid of the fighting... although I don't think it should happen every game, it's an important part of the sport..

"The defenseman formerly known as #11"

[oldschool0099]

Not so sure Carins won i no he knocked brashear down but did u see Carins nose after the fight?

[born2runPROgm]

Thats a good point... it's tought to judge winners in nhl fights...

"The defenseman formerly known as #11"

[JohnHockey1798]

Sometimes a way for players to get control of a game or get momentum(sp) is a fight. I noticed it does not happen as much but when it does it is usually to make some kind of point. I do not see the NHL getting rid of fighting because it does help draw fans. THe only way I see them getting rid of it is if it gets out of control.

John

Toga!! Toga!!

[GROWL]

brashear does well in fights until is legs fall out beneath him because of his poor balance. here's to hoping he is traded!!!

[Brooklynite10]

Not often do you see a goon with such great hands. I think the flyers would miss his toughness if they traded him.