Senators' Perron seeks to resolve issues with Zub following cross-check incident

Senators’ forward David Perron is looking to resolve issues with his teammate, defenseman Nicklas Zub, following a recent cross-check incident during a game against the Montreal Canadiens.

The incident occurred in the third period of the game when Perron delivered a cross-check to Zub’s back, causing him to fall to the ice in pain. The play resulted in a penalty for Perron and sparked a heated exchange between the two players on the ice.

After the game, Perron spoke to reporters about the incident, expressing regret for his actions and acknowledging that he let his emotions get the best of him in the heat of the moment. He also emphasized his desire to make amends with Zub and move forward as teammates.

“I know what I did was wrong and I take full responsibility for my actions,” Perron said. “I have spoken to Nicklas and we are working towards resolving our issues. We are both professionals and we understand that incidents like this can happen in the heat of competition.”

Zub, for his part, has not publicly commented on the incident but is said to be focused on moving past the incident and continuing to contribute to the team’s success on the ice.

Senators’ head coach D.J. Smith also addressed the incident, stating that he expects both players to handle the situation like professionals and work towards a resolution.

“David and Nicklas are both important members of our team and we need them to be on the same page moving forward,” Smith said. “I have faith that they will be able to put this incident behind them and continue to work together towards our common goal of winning games.”

Overall, while the cross-check incident between Perron and Zub was certainly a contentious moment, it appears that both players are committed to resolving their issues and moving forward as teammates. As the Senators continue their season, fans will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds and how it may impact the team’s performance on the ice.