The rough stuff is sometimes inevitable when the Bruins and Maple Leafs meet, and it came early tonight between the long time rivals.
Defend Your Teammates
Grzelcyk was pushed awkwardly against the boards behind the Boston goal due to a hit from Toronto forward Sam Lafferty, prompting an instant reaction from A.J. Greer.
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Greer received an additional minor penalty for instigating, but the Bruins managed to kill off the ensuing power play.