I'd like to see Malkin fight in a real game.
I remember some of Crosby's fights, and while the fact that he's willing to do it once in a while is laudable, the results were not.
I think Malkin could destroy someone of comparable size.
Who's to say it doesn't foreshadow the trade of Malkin? Adams is arguably just as important to the team.
The fight was the result of the high stick.
Malkin high sticks Craig
Craig goes after Malkin
Both exchange a few punches
Craig tussles Malkin to the ice
Mackey described the tone of the Pens practice as “not any more physical than your normal practice, outside of what Craig Adams was doing. I’m not sure what the heck is going on. Not only did he dump Pouliot into the boards; it was the shoulder Pouliot had surgery on this off-season. We all know how highly regarded Derrick Pouliot is.â€
Mackey also talked about the history between Adams and Malkin, and captain Sidney Crosby talking to Adams today during the practice.
“Him (Adams) and Malkin have a noted history and it looked like Sidney Crosby went up to Craig Adams and said something, tapped him with his stick,†said Mackey. “It just didn’t seem to be all that enjoyed by everybody else.â€
When asked if there’s a chance Adams could find himself scratched at times in the event the Pens find depth in other players, Mackey said that is something he could see happening.
“Yes, to answer your question, I do think there is a danger in that and I would tell you the number one reason to get yourself in the dog house with Mike Johnston is to go after Derrick Pouliot. I think you could probably slash his tires before going after, mugging Derrick Pouliot.â€
Adams does bring a lot to Pittsburgh but as to who brings more value to Pittsburgh Adams couldn't even lace up malkin's skates.
Will be hilarious to see how long it takes before Malkin gets traded.
Adams is a dumbass. Are you really going to try and take out the Pens top prospect and the favorite player of the coach? Are you really that stupid? I can't wait until we waive that sorry sack of ****. Malkin should have hit him harder.
He's not a violent person. Adams probably has a reason for his actions, lets not jump to conclusions yet...
If I had to bet, I would bet Geno started things. With Craigs who "turn the other cheek" mentality he expressed about last year's playoffs, I don't see him instigating with the one the best players in the league. Furthermore, I see Mr Harvard finding a place in the Pens organization after this year, so picking a fight with a cornerstone-player isn't a good career move.
Either way, not a big deal. I noticed Johnston putting Adams and Malkin on the ice together several times last night. Good coaching making them work together after the incident.
He's not a violent person. Adams probably has a reason for his actions, lets not jump to conclusions yet...
I don't think anybody gives a **** what Adams reasons are for his practice antics. The guy is trash. It's an utter embarrassment that he has been a roster player this long while being as awful as he is, and an apparent locker room cancer.
Too bad for Adams that Bylsma isn't around anymore to hug him tight and tell him everything will be ok.
He's not a violent person. Adams probably has a reason for his actions, lets not jump to conclusions yet...