NHL players take intensity to next level in playoffs
The Tampa Bay Lightning captain also made the final on two other occasions.
The initial salvo of the NHL postseason is peppered by a sharp uptick in hostilities as the tournament’s 16 entries seemingly flip a switch at the conclusion of the gruelling regular-season schedule.“Guys are just so amped up and excited to play,” Stamkos said.
Apart from the stellar offensive performances, these playoffs have seen plenty of big hits, scrums and even some fights. “Guys aren’t going to turn away from many hits in playoffs,” Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Mark Giordano said. “They’re not going to miss assignments – things like that make the game that much more intense. You gotta execute and do all the same things.Edmonton Oilers winger Zach Hyman said the difference between Game 82 of the schedule and the opening act of the Cup chase is unique.
Fighting is way down across the NHL compared to a decade ago as the sport has pivoted to emphasize speed and skill. Oilers defenceman Brett Kulak said teams try to replicate playoff mode in the regular season, but it’s never the same.
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