In the world of NHL hockey, few moments are as electrifying as the hardest hits that leave fans and players alike in awe. “The MOST BRUTAL Hits Ever Seen in NHL History!” dives into the top 20 most jaw-dropping and impactful collisions that have defined the sport. Kicking off the list is Vladimir Konstantinov’s stunning body check on Claude Lemieux, followed by Sami Kapanen’s harsh encounter with Darcy Tucker. The video also features Donald Brashear’s severe concussion inflicted by Marty McSorley’s stick and Milan Lucic’s bone-rattling hit that shattered the glass.
Corey Perry’s accidental yet severe knee to John Tavares and Radko Gudas’s punishing check on David Kämpf further emphasize the raw intensity of NHL play. The countdown continues with memorable hits such as Wendel Clark’s knockout of Bruce Bell and Niklas Kronwall’s signature hit on Jakub Voracek, forever known as “Kronwalled.”
As we enter the top 10, the video highlights Brian Campbell’s flattening of R.J. Umberger, Todd Bertuzzi’s notorious sucker punch on Steve Moore, and Steve Downie’s airborne hit on Dean McAmmond, which resulted in a hefty suspension. Scott Stevens makes multiple appearances, including his crushing hits on Slava Kozlov and Eric Lindros, with the latter marking a significant moment in Lindros’s career.
The finale of the video showcases Scott Stevens’s legendary hit on Paul Kariya during the 2003 Stanley Cup Finals. This iconic collision, which left Kariya unconscious but did not stop him from scoring a crucial goal, stands as one of the most unforgettable and brutal moments in hockey history. The video captures the sheer force and drama that make NHL hits a central spectacle of the sport.
