Matt Rempe got bested in this fight by Mathieu Olivier as the giant New York Rangers forward finally suffered a defeat from the Columbus Blue Jackets enforcer and we talk more about it. #hockey #nhl
You people don't know what you're talking about THEY ARE CHALLENGING HIM because he's a rookie with a rep. You really think some kid new to the NHL is gonna run around like he owns the league. He's not stupid and he's actually very humble.
Three fights in five games, seems like the kid's only goal being in the NHL, last fight getting battered by Ollie should remind him there is more to a game than that.
The Blue jackets might want to focus a bit more on hockey than throwing punches since they sit in the bottom of the Metropolitan division, while the Rangers sit at the top.
Itās called hockey for a reason if you canāt handle it then donāt play it or watch it if you want to complain about something complain about boxing thatās the worst sport in the world thatās where it should be banned you have a better chance to die in that sport and any other sport
I hope the NHL isn't going back to the days where they started drafting fighters instead of skilled players. We had to watch a lot of crappy hockey for too long. I like to watch fighting too but that's why there is MMA. And I really do fear that this 21 year old kid for the Rangers will end up with brain damage like a number of other guys either from punches or hitting his head on the ice. I'm sure he's a good kid but this is worrisome.
It's really weak. These old heads dont stand a chance in this league. Fighting is dumb. Just have guys like Boogard and Scott slash goalies and get roughing minors. There is no reason to fight. it's not beneficial to the team. (Unless your team is full of weak people)
I agree that Rempe was tuned up. I will also note that Rempe was minding his own business before the game, when Olivier skated over to him, to issue the challenge. Mark Martin did the same thing in Rempe's first game. For those who claim Olivier has class, how exactly do you come to that conclusion, based upon HIS pregame challenge? Proving to act like a bully doesn't exude class.
Oli is a class act. We as fans donāt have to worry about Rempe. Donāt know why youād say that. Heās made a choice. He has people behind him that know more about what heās doing than you and I can ever imagine.
He gets counter punched a lot because by the time his hand comes back the other guy hits him since he gets closer.A fast puncher,esp if a lefty,will cause him problems.He has small hands,anotherš problem.Hoping that. He would not be a tomato can withinh a short while..Reminds me of Sarandon s young pitching boyfriend in that baseball movie with Costner,Bull Durham . . He s still in the clouds, another concussions casualty if he does not change several ways to fight
and defend himself.Boogaard died young with a fragile,mashed brain, don't forget it kid !š®š®š®
It just reminds me of guys like Barry Beck,Probert,Chara,Lucic and,in my opinion,the guy who could beat anyone while being able to take punches and keep his helmet on,Mc Grattan.There s no real tough guy in today s game,and Rempe has a lot to learn while fighting guys like Mc Illrath,Reaves,,,, He gets hit to many times and that face will change its shape pretty soon.Does his mate , Edstrom, Fight or just stand there ??š
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saw him fight 3 times and he lost all
You people don't know what you're talking about THEY ARE CHALLENGING HIM because he's a rookie with a rep. You really think some kid new to the NHL is gonna run around like he owns the league. He's not stupid and he's actually very humble.
Kids big, but he needs to learn how to fight when he goes with experienced fighters.
fighting is dumb
Hopefully, he doesn't end up like The Boogie Man. R.I.P. Boogard.
Rempe Deslaurier fight was the best fight I've seen since Probert era. Probably better
fighting will always be part of the game. they are legal fights.
It's not fair. Let the kid play hockey.
It ain't about how many fights that you "win", it's about how many you show up for…
This kid fights just for fighting, not really an enforcer.
Really enjoyed how he reined in the writers, kept it real. Nice not hearing the stale lines all athlete use these days .
Wait until he runs into Tom Wilson, if he hasn't already š
He's 21 and as he keeps growing and gaining weight you will see a more polished player and then can kiss š his ass! lol š
He didn't try Xhekaj yet.
That was class right there
Cover up kid. Don't be another Brian Boyle
Don't get too cocky bud, only round one… In fact, I wouldn't want to be you!
Suddenly I'm a Jackets fan
Three fights in five games, seems like the kid's only goal being in the NHL, last fight getting battered by Ollie should remind him there is more to a game than that.
You didn't even show the full fight ffs!š¤¦āā
be more annoying. don't think you can.
Just because you can, should you?
The Blue jackets might want to focus a bit more on hockey than throwing punches since they sit in the bottom of the Metropolitan division, while the Rangers sit at the top.
Old Time Hockey. Glad fighting isn't disappearing much. It dropped at the end of the 2010s but seems fairly consistent the last 3-4 years.
Once he develops a good defensive strategy during a tilt he could be the next Probert. He's got the willingness,size and reach to be a dominant force.
Bro, you could have at least showed the full fight… Wtf
Never in my life have i ever met a rangers fan who wasnt a complete douchebag
If I was 6'8" I would be "tough" too. Tie Domi was tough, Wendell Clark was tough, Brad May was tough, this guy is just big.
Itās called hockey for a reason if you canāt handle it then donāt play it or watch it if you want to complain about something complain about boxing thatās the worst sport in the world thatās where it should be banned you have a better chance to die in that sport and any other sport
Yeah so tough that he takes on Reeves a few nights later.GTFOH
Rempe isnāt long in this league. Buddy has an ego because of his size lmao.
Rempe career will be short.
I hope the NHL isn't going back to the days where they started drafting fighters instead of skilled players. We had to watch a lot of crappy hockey for too long. I like to watch fighting too but that's why there is MMA. And I really do fear that this 21 year old kid for the Rangers will end up with brain damage like a number of other guys either from punches or hitting his head on the ice. I'm sure he's a good kid but this is worrisome.
Tough kid & tough loss but he'll win more than his fair share of tilts Olivier is tough & a class guy
It's really weak. These old heads dont stand a chance in this league. Fighting is dumb. Just have guys like Boogard and Scott slash goalies and get roughing minors. There is no reason to fight. it's not beneficial to the team. (Unless your team is full of weak people)
Lesson: Always keep your helmet on while fighting.
Lesson?? What that Olivier is too much of a Coward to wait and fight the guy when they played a few days later and not the Day After his last fight.
He's trying to hard to make a name for himself. The league won't tolerate too many fights by 1 player. The NYR will eventually send him back down soon
as the league moves away from the classic goon, rempe is refreshing
I agree that Rempe was tuned up. I will also note that Rempe was minding his own business before the game, when Olivier skated over to him, to issue the challenge. Mark Martin did the same thing in Rempe's first game. For those who claim Olivier has class, how exactly do you come to that conclusion, based upon HIS pregame challenge? Proving to act like a bully doesn't exude class.
Rempe might end up like Derek Boogaard. Tons of brain scars from getting hit. Rest In Peace Boogeyman!š
Oli is a class act. We as fans donāt have to worry about Rempe. Donāt know why youād say that. Heās made a choice. He has people behind him that know more about what heās doing than you and I can ever imagine.
He gets counter punched a lot because by the time his hand comes back the other guy hits him since he gets closer.A fast puncher,esp if a lefty,will cause him problems.He has small hands,anotherš problem.Hoping that. He would not be a tomato can withinh a short while..Reminds me of Sarandon s young pitching boyfriend in that baseball movie with Costner,Bull Durham .
. He s still in the clouds, another concussions casualty if he does not change several ways to fight
and defend himself.Boogaard died young with a fragile,mashed brain, don't forget it kid !š®š®š®
It just reminds me of guys like Barry Beck,Probert,Chara,Lucic and,in my opinion,the guy who could beat anyone while being able to take punches and keep his helmet on,Mc Grattan.There s no real tough guy in today s game,and Rempe has a lot to learn while fighting guys like Mc Illrath,Reaves,,,, He gets hit to many times and that face will change its shape pretty soon.Does his mate , Edstrom, Fight or just stand there ??š
Classy interview. Here in Toronto, we get to listen to LeBron Reaves SMH