(Video) “Well done Big Z” – Fans back Nikita Zadorov as defenceman THRASHES Jamie Benn for hit on Brandon Carlo

Fans pray for Brandon Carlo’s safety as Jamie Benn’s hit takes out defenceman during game between Bruins vs. Stars.

(Video) “Well done Big Z” – Fans back Nikita Zadorov as defenceman THRASHES Jamie Benn for hit on Brandon Carlo

Jamie Benn and Nikita Zadorov [Image Credit: D Magazine/X/Hockey News]

Thursday night provided enough thriller for the fans during the Boston Bruins vs. Dallas Stars game. Bruins defenceman Nikita Zadorov absolutely thrashed Stars captain Jamie Benn during the latter’s 7-2 win against Black and Gold.

The brawl sparked following Benn’s hit on Bruins defenceman Brandon Carlo from behind in the team’s defensive zone. Zadorov immediately sprung into action, dropping gloves against Benn.

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As the two fought on, Carlo lay flat on the ice as trainers came in to assist him to the locker room. It was a huge concern for both the team and the fans as Carlo has a history of suffering from concussions before.

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Zadorov did not hesitate to answer the reporters that it was a natural response from him seeing his teammate flat on the ice. Following Benn’s hit on Carlo, the latter dived right into the boards head-first.

During the brawl, Benn landed a few hits on Zadorov but it didn’t have any effects. Rather, it was the 29-year-old who absolutely went mayhem on the forward until the on-ice officials broke it off.

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Jamie Benn was assessed a 5-minute major, but after further reviewing the referees reduced it to a 2-minute minor. Apart from that, both Benn and Zadorov were assessed for 5 minutes for the brawl. Unfortunately, the Boston Bruins did not only lose the game but also a teammate got injured.

Social media reacts to Nikita Zadorov and Jamie Benn’s fight

The fight between Nikita Zadorov and Jamie Benn surely took the spotlight, but most of the focus remained on Brandon Carlo’s well-being. The fans are concerned as the incident hurt Carlo in his head.

Nikita Zadorov and Jamie Benn
Nikita Zadorov and Jamie Benn [Image Credit: Boston Hockey Now/NY Times]

Many noted how the NHL has gone soft and they should’ve suspended or looked into Jamie Benn’s play before making a decision. Several supported Zadorov, even claiming he should have gotten a few more hits in before the officials interrupted.

One X user noted, “Well done Big Z,” while another said, “If Benn doesn’t get a game or two they are not serious about protecting players.” Check more fan reactions below:

While Nikita Zadorov was pretty upset about the hit on his teammate, he was equally harsh on the Bruins’ declining performance. Following the team’s devastating loss, he blasted how the team “lost every battle” due to weak offense and defense.

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The team’s performance and start to the season have been a concern for many, but for now, everyone’s wishes are for positive news on Carlo. The team will look forward to their counterattack in Saturday’s game against St. Louis Blues.