Bloody Brian Burke
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I don't think the rules will get tightened because once the NHL loses or settles its concussion lawsuit I truly believe the end game will be the removal of hitting from hockey.Thanks @forty_three for posting. I saw some comments about this, but had not seen the footage.
Looked like the Bjorkstrand player had the puck and Polak drove him into the boards. As @Bloody Brian Burke said above, sure a game or two suspension.
Personally, I think this should be more of a grey/gray area. A small part of the responsibility should be borne by Bjorkstrand. He does keep his back to the play (and thus face to the boards) and does crouch down. Players should not put themselves in that kind of position. The way the rules are enforced today, it makes it difficult for the defensive team. You can't hit him, and if you "just" slow him down you will probably get a holding penalty. Yes, I know he will get suspended, I would prefer the rules be loosened a bit here.
/Inge Hammarstrom would be a Hart trophy finalist in this era
//when are they going to design helmets that actually help prevent concussions?