On a riveting Sunday night face-off, Jordan Binnington, the St. Louis Blues' goalkeeper known for not shying away from physicality, once again showcased his fighting spirit during a game against the Anaheim Ducks.
In this particular instance, Binnington deviated from the typical behaviour expected of NHL goalies, igniting tensions on the ice in the second period.
The fight began when Ross Johnson, a forward for the Ducks, engaged in some aggressive play that didn't sit well with Binnington.
A high stick from Johnson led to a mess in front of the Blues' goal, prompting Binnington to enter the fray. In defense of his teammate, Binnington didn't hesitate to start a fight, using his glove and blocker as weapons.
While the intensity and loyalty Binnington displayed by standing up for his teammate are qualities many fans and players admire, this incident resulted in a 2-minute minor penalty for roughing against him.
