I Remember You
RJ Umberger wasted no time going after Brian Campbell. Less than two minutes into the game, Umberger found Campbell and the two dropped the gloves. If you don’t know why, this should explain it.
There’s been a lot of “blame” for that hit. Campbell shouldn’t have taken him out so hard, Umberger should have had his head up more, but in the end there’s a reason that’s called a suicide pass. You can thank Niko Dimitrakos for that part.
The fight was Campbell’s first in the NHL.
A couple of minutes later Todd Fedoruk went with Andrew Peters in what turned out to be a heavyweight grappling match.
The other fight of the night was between Colton Orr and Cam Janssen, their second of the season (here’s the first). The two are definitely getting to know each other. The Devils play the Rangers again on Thursday night, the conclusion of the Hudson River Rivalry, at least for the regular season.
Last night’s fights:
R.J. Umberger vs Brian Campbell Feb 20, 2007
Todd Fedoruk vs Andrew Peters Feb 20, 2007
Colton Orr vs Cam Janssen Feb 20, 2007
Instigator could be changed
The GMs have decided they will make a suggestion to both the competition committee and board of governors to have the automatic suspension attached to the instigator penalty start at five games instead of three.
It’s not a rule change, just a recommendation.
Trade talk
The Penguins are believed to have an interest in Montreal Canadiens defenseman Craig Rivet, and they have also asked about enforcer Georges Laraque, but as of last week the Phoenix Coyotes were asking too much.
More:
The Stars’ Barch cashes in his chance
Fightin’ Mad That Rangers Are Team Timid
Janssen lets ‘em hear it
Skirmish helps Devils beat Rangers
