He should have been arrested. It is perhaps no coincidence that shortly before the assault took place the victim (McAmmond) had bounced the puck off Pronger's skate and into the net.

So what you're saying is the elbow was justified?

For anyone in the UK who is interested, the highlights are on Five US (freeview) tonight at 7:00.

No. It was revenge, pure and simple.

It truly amazes me what passes for hockey when you get to the playoffs in the NHL.

The game changes completely, from one of few muggings and deliberate attempts to injure to one of almost anything goes.

It's one of the reasons I no longer watch the NHL and especially the playoffs.

Neither one of these two teams is innocent. It's almost a free for all out on that ice surface, and the league seems to condone it.

And for anyone in the UK interested in staying up all night the games are live on Channel 5.

Russ...

I've just heard that Anaheim won 3-2 even without the thug of the year (their number one defense man Pronger).

It would appear that Ottawa is in a deep dark hole and unlikely to climb out.

Not very many teams ever come back from a three games to one deficit.

once again....the "choke" has occurred:curse:

Don't give up just yet guys! It's not over till the fat lady (Chris Neil) sings

would have the balls to say that to him......

In the street....yes, on the ice.....no - my balance isn't great Anyway, I'm moving to the other side of Canada so it's not likely that I'll bump into him

when i land on the 23rd, i will look him up and the scotiabank place and pass on your best regards

Please do. Oh, could you also insult his playing ability on my behalf as well. Thank you.

Ducks win. Oh well, nevermind....there's always next year

I gave up after the first period. It was obvious what was going to happen.

Still, at least the cup was won by a Canadian team.