In the Saturday night match, Robby Fabbri, the frequently injured forward for the Red Wings, faced another setback. This time, Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen delivered a contentious hit on Fabbri behind the net, around the midpoint of the third period, visibly unsettling Fabbri.
Subsequent to the collision, Fabbri not only left a noticeable mark on the ice but also struggled to maintain stability on his skates, even with aid from on-ice trainers. As he left the rink with assistance, Fabbri remained bent over, holding onto his head, suggesting the substantial impact of Ristolainen's hit on the smaller-built Red Wings forward.
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17 DECEMBRE | 89 ANSWERS Player injured and bleeding following a heavy impact by Ristolainen Do you believe this was a fair and legal hit? | ||
Yes | 52 | 58.4 % |
No | 37 | 41.6 % |
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