The NHL is known for its fast-paced and physical gameplay, which often leads to intense moments on the ice. However, some players take it too far and end up getting ejected from the game. This week, Steve’s Dang-Its is here to recap the most ejected players in the NHL.

First on the list is Tom Wilson of the Washington Capitals. Wilson has a reputation for being a physical player, but his actions during a recent game against the New York Rangers crossed the line. He punched Rangers player Pavel Buchnevich in the back of the head while he was face down on the ice, then proceeded to slam Artemi Panarin to the ice by his hair. Wilson was given a double minor penalty and a 10-minute misconduct, but many fans and players felt that his actions deserved more severe punishment.

Next up is Nazem Kadri of the Colorado Avalanche. Kadri was ejected from a game against the St. Louis Blues after delivering a dangerous hit to Justin Faulk. The hit resulted in Faulk leaving the game with an upper-body injury, and Kadri was given a five-minute major penalty and a game misconduct. This isn’t the first time Kadri has been ejected for a dangerous hit, and many are calling for him to face a suspension.

Finally, we have Brendan Lemieux of the Los Angeles Kings. Lemieux was ejected from a game against the Arizona Coyotes after delivering a hit to Conor Garland’s head. Garland was left lying on the ice for several minutes before being helped off by trainers. Lemieux was given a match penalty for intent to injure, which carries an automatic suspension pending review by the NHL’s Department of Player Safety.

While physical play is a part of hockey, it’s important for players to remember that there are limits to what is acceptable on the ice. The NHL has made strides in recent years to crack down on dangerous hits and other forms of player misconduct, but incidents like those involving Wilson, Kadri, and Lemieux show that there is still work to be done.

In conclusion, Steve’s Dang-Its hopes that players will learn from these incidents and strive to play the game with respect for their opponents and the rules. We look forward to seeing a safer and more sportsmanlike NHL in the future.