During a recent NHL game, Curtis Lazar of the New Jersey Devils took exception to a hit by Radko Gudas of the Anaheim Ducks on teammate Jack Hughes. Gudas, who was wearing an 'A' in the absence of Cam Fowler, ending Fowler's 141-game consecutive streak, delivered an open-ice hip check to Hughes. Lazar immediately responded by confronting Gudas, leading to a brief altercation on the ice. This incident has sparked discussions among fans and commentators, with some suggesting it could be a turning point in the Devils' season.
Good job by Toffoli to take away Dostal's eyes. He's seen way too many shots cleanly tonight. This one, he's got Toffoli in front of him and can't react fast enough to Jack's speedy wrister. #NJDevils https://t.co/yOb5SyNbpU
Radko Gudas wearing an "A" tonight with Cam Fowler out, which ended a 141-game consecutive streak. Gudas just crunched Jack Hughes with an open-ice hip check. Answered for it when Curtis Lazar responded. Gudas, who's been terrific for Ducks, has fast become a fan favorite.
Curtis Lazar going after Radko Gudas sticking up for Jack Hughes??? Turning point moment in the season for Devils??? To be determined. #NJDevils
Lazar steps up to Gudas and drops the mitts to defend Jack Hughes. #NJDevils
Lazar stands up for Jack Hughes –– who was hit by Radko Gudas in the middle of the ice.
Gudas lights up Jack Hughes with a nice hip check in the defensive zone and Curtis Lazar isn’t too happy about that. The two tussle for a bit before falling to the ice. #FlyTogether
Jack cutting through the middle of the ice gets hit by Radko Gudas and Curtis Lazar goes right after Gudas. #NJDevils