During a recent NHL game, Tyler Tucker of the St. Louis Blues delivered a significant hit on Connor Bedard, putting him into the boards. Following the incident, Alex Vlasic of the Blackhawks immediately engaged with Tucker, resulting in both players receiving two-minute penalties for roughing. Vlasic's quick response to defend his teammate by dropping the gloves highlights the protective instincts of teammates and the physical nature of the game. This altercation underscores the intense rivalry and competitive spirit between the St. Louis Blues and the Chicago Blackhawks, with Tucker notably telling Bedard, "Welcome to the show."
Connor Bedard has played 15 more NHL games than Tyler Tucker. https://t.co/e8musB1KAc
Here's the Tucker hit ... https://t.co/udpSwfAu5a
Tyler Tucker to Connor Bedard: "Welcome to the show." #stlblues https://t.co/YkWJ6GIr1b
Connor Bedard takes a big hit from Tyler Tucker, and Alex Vlasic immediately steps in to defend his teammate. #Blackhawks https://t.co/ENLoCColw6
Tucker and Vlasic each get two for roughing. #stlblues #blackhawks
Tucker with a huge hit on Bedard. Vlasic jumps in with Tucker, sticking up for Bedard. Both get roughing. #stlblues
Tyler Tucker hammers Connor Bedard, and then wrestles Alex Vlasic to the ice.
Tucker just put Bedard into the boards and Vlasic goes right after him. #stlblues #blackhawks
Tyler Tucker crushes Bedard, who seems alright, and Vlasic immediately drops the gloves.