Canucks Nikita Zadorov shockingly calls out the NHL after game three
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Tom Banks
May 14, 2024 (10:25 PM)
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The Canucks and Oilers are locked in a tight battle in the playoffs, and Canucks star Nikita Zadorov has called out the league for protecting their biggest star.
At the conclusion of game three between Vancouver and Edmonton, all hell broke loose, with a cross-check to the face of
Connor McDavid resulting in a one-game suspension to defenseman
Carson Soucy.
Unsurprisingly, his teammates weren't happy about the situation, with defensive partner Nikita Zadorov teeing off on the NHL when he was asked about the situation.
"They have to protect their investment.. that's my understanding"
Nikita Zadorov on the 1 Game Suspension handed to Carson Soucy for cross checking McDavid
Ahead of game four, things are just getting started in this Pacific Division rivalry, and given the cheap shots that the Oilers threw Vancouver's way, it wouldn't surprise anyone to see them look to get their own back on Tuesday night.
Thus far, the matchup has been dominated physically by Vancouver with Zadorov and Soucy leading the way, and while Soucy will be a major loss, the Canucks are confident they can take this series to a 3-1 lead in Edmonton.
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