The Columbus Blue Jackets faced off against the Calgary Flames on Friday, and things got wild.
During the third period, the Blue Jackets were ahead 3-1 at Nationwide Arena. Elvis Merzlikins, their goalie, was trying to secure a puck while Calgary’s MacKenzie Weegar attempted to break it free.
Unexpected Drama:
Amidst all this chaos, players began shoving each other around. Suddenly, Merzlikins jumped into the fray and started throwing punches at Weegar! Fans might think this kind of excitement makes hockey even more thrilling to watch.
Some people say that goalies rarely get involved in fights like this. But when they do, it sure adds an unexpected twist to the game. Who would have thought a goalie would be throwing punches instead of blocking shots?
What do you think about goalies getting into fights?
