Matthew Tkachuk sparks controversy with cheap uppercuts on Connor McDavid
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Matthew Tkachuk faces backlash for delivering cheap uppercuts to Connor McDavid during the fourth game of the Stanley Cup Finals.
The Edmonton Oilers came alive last night, dominating the ice with eight goals. Their performance led Paul Maurice to replace Sergei Bobrovsky with Anthony Stolarz in the second period.
"Bobrovsky gets the boot after giving up 5 goals on 17 shots 😬"
"Oilers' Adam Henrique scores his first Stanley Cup Final goal in 4,387 days"
"WE HAVE A RYAN NUGENT-HOPKINS STANLEY CUP FINAL GOAL 💙🧡"
The Panthers' frustration boiled over on the ice, notably when Matthew Tkachuk's actions sparked a major altercation with Connor McDavid.
Connor McDavid Takes Three Cheap Uppercuts from Matthew Tkachuk
After the whistle blew, Tkachuk grabbed McDavid and delivered three uppercuts to the Oilers' captain before referees intervened.
Watch the incident unfold in the video below:
"This is why nobody respects this clown!
Tkachuk with three uppercuts to McDavid."
Tkachuk with three uppercuts to McDavid."
Tkachuk was penalized with a minor for roughing, allowing the Oilers to capitalize on the power play.
With this crucial win, the Oilers have secured another game, scheduled for next Tuesday in Florida. They aim to carry this momentum forward into the next game. If they can force a sixth game back in Edmonton, anything becomes possible.
What are your thoughts on whether Matthew Tkachuk crossed the line with his cheap uppercuts on Connor McDavid?
Source: Hockey Patrol
Matthew Tkachuk under fire for delivering cheap uppercuts to Connor McDavid
Matthew Tkachuk under fire for delivering cheap uppercuts to Connor McDavid
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16 JUIN | 224 ANSWERS Matthew Tkachuk sparks controversy with cheap uppercuts on Connor McDavid Do you believe Matthew Tkachuk crossed a line with his cheap uppercuts on Connor McDavid? | ||
| Yes | 135 | 60.3 % |
| No | 89 | 39.7 % |
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