Tensions flared at the end of the first period in the Kraken vs Flames game as Martin Studenic of the Kraken delivered a questionable hit on Jakob Pelletier, sparking a physical altercation involving Nikita Zadorov and Connor Carrick from the Kraken.
The hit raised eyebrows as Pelletier's numbers were facing Studenic, and the collision with the boards appeared awkward and potentially dangerous.
With the NHL closely monitoring such incidents, Studenic's hit may come under scrutiny, possibly resulting in a suspension.
This incident served as a reminder of the league's commitment to player safety and the consequences for dangerous plays on the ice.