Pat 44 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 (edited) Honestly, he lead with the shoulder and the puck was right in front of selanne. I don't see how he can get suspended (Not a blindside hit + The ref didn't think it was dirty) I'd be shocked if he was suspended. Edited October 24, 2010 by Pat Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cjm502 165 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 (edited) If you are really bored go check out the 13 page rage fest about this hit on HF. Entertaining stuff. Anyways, north-south hit, Selanne saw it coming, Kronner didnt leave his feet until after he made contact, and its not even an elbow. The league isnt going to do anything. Edited October 24, 2010 by cjm502 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Stolberg Report post Posted October 24, 2010 looks to me like kronwall caught selanne's chin with a little bit of elbow but most of the hit was shoulder he was on one foot when he hit him but he left his feet afterwards. problem is kronwall leans too far forward when he goes for hits like that. it's annoying. 1 Rebound reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buppy 1,720 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 I'd say legal by current rules, though I don't think it should be. Kronwall is a headhunter. I kind of agree with Selanne that sooner or later someone is going to get him for it. I almost hope he gets suspended for it, maybe that would get him to straighten up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acidroach420 25 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 the hit was fine, it was the follow through (elbow going up and skates leaving the ice) that make it questionable. He will get a talkin to and thats all, especially since Selanne was not hurt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dat's sick 1,002 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 Kronwall is a headhunter. I kind of agree with Selanne that sooner or later someone is going to get him for it. I almost hope he gets suspended for it, maybe that would get him to straighten up. Kronner has already been the victim of a few dirty knee-on-knee hits, remember last season? Imo there wasn't really anything wrong with this hit. 1 13dangledangle reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dominator2005 558 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 I'd say legal by current rules, though I don't think it should be. Kronwall is a headhunter. I kind of agree with Selanne that sooner or later someone is going to get him for it. I almost hope he gets suspended for it, maybe that would get him to straighten up. Then Beleskey should be banned for a life in NHL for his stupid elbow attempt on Franzen. Great hit by Kronwall - keep going Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckloo39 5,686 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 why don't we just make the entire sport no-contact, and I can quit watching? By the way, I think the guy they suspended the other night for grabbing a fan ought to get a bonus -- the fan asked for it -- and LOVED it, no doubt. They're playing hockey, not tiddly-winks. Jeez. oh, ummm, GO KRONNER!! 3 redwingsgirl51, 13dangledangle and Hockeymom1960 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Secret 304 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 Honestly, he lead with the shoulder and the puck was right in front of selanne. I don't see how he can get suspended (Not a blindside hit + The ref didn't think it was dirty) I'd be shocked if he was suspended. Boarderline dirty hit like every one of his big one's.... Wasn't blind side, didn't have much choice in where to hit him due to positioning, he did left his feet though and looked like some elbow action. Debatable either way.. I wouldn't suspend that hit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoshuaW92 9 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 Boarderline dirty hit like every one of his big one's.... Wasn't blind side, didn't have much choice in where to hit him due to positioning, he did left his feet though and looked like some elbow action. Debatable either way.. I wouldn't suspend that hit. Clean hit, just needs to modify his follow through so it doesn't look as bad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 It was pure accident that it hit Selanne in the head. Not trying to be a homer. It was a bad hit for Selanne to take, no question, but it wasn't illegal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kook_10 1,705 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 In some sense it was a defensive hit too. He had the puck and saw someone bearing down on him. Most other Ducks would have finished the check on Kronner, and that is what he was prepared for. Instead, Selanne let up and was Krushed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Donaldjr2448 43 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 (edited) You know with the track record we have with the Ducks and all of their cheap ass hits and what not, they have this stuff coming as well. Keep your head up Teemu! Im glad that our guys are starting the hits instead of receiving them!! Edited October 24, 2010 by Donaldjr2448 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingfan13 44 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 No way now how was this hit either dirty or illegal. Both players body positioning just happened to be right for their to be head contact. There is nothing Kronwall did or could have done differently. It is going to happen from time to time. It is just the nature of the sport. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
plopster 136 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 All I will say is if he gets a game for that attention getter on Selanne, then the NHL can suck it. Those hits from the Blackhawks in that second game this year were way worse. Also have seen worse offenses to the head from other guys in other games so far this year. Suspensions from them: ZERO. Only suspension I have seen is on that jackass Rypien. So much for the NHL cracking down on head shot and unnecessary blind side hits. (And yes, I am quite upset at the leagues inability to properly enforce their rules and regulations) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Toledo 233 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 If you watch the video on NHL.com explaining the new rules regarding hits to the head, this one would be deemed legal. The way he leaves his feet afterwards makes it appear borderline, but I would still consider the hit to be legal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barrie 900 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 Then Beleskey should be banned for a life in NHL for his stupid elbow attempt on Franzen. Yea I think that blatant attempt to hit a man in the head with a history of concussions was a lot worse than the Kronwall hit. Seeing guys who hit from behind causing concussions only get 2 games, Kronwall's hit won't get anything. 1 Rebound reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 why don't we just make the entire sport no-contact, and I can quit watching? By the way, I think the guy they suspended the other night for grabbing a fan ought to get a bonus -- the fan asked for it -- and LOVED it, no doubt. They're playing hockey, not tiddly-winks. Jeez. oh, ummm, GO KRONNER!! This might be the angriest post I've ever seen from you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 Those hits from the Blackhawks in that second game this year were way worse. Also have seen worse offenses to the head from other guys in other games so far this year. Suspensions from them: ZERO. Only suspension I have seen is on that jackass Rypien. So much for the NHL cracking down on head shot and unnecessary blind side hits. (And yes, I am quite upset at the leagues inability to properly enforce their rules and regulations) This and don't forget Fistric's "legal" hit to Franzen in the Dallas game. Selanne saw him there and did nothing to protect himself. What's Kronner supposed to do let him go by with the puck or dive at his knees? Good hit, f*** the Ducks. esteef 1 Rebound reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 legal, but on the edge because of the elbow. Not suspension-worthy though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pjgj13 30 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 It was a clean hit. I saw a few posts about the hit on Franzen and don't forget the attempted head hunting last night. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Earthhuman 8 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 The ref's non-call says it all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Copenhagen848 58 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 I'm seeing this rivalry heating up now...future games should be fun to watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SDavis35 140 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 I'm seeing this rivalry heating up now...future games should be fun to watch I'm disappointed I missed it, but I've always loved watching games against the Ducks. Since 2007 they may be our biggest rivalry. (Arguable between them and the Pens for sure though) I say it was clean. Won't get suspended, NHL.com has a highlight of it under the title of "Lowering the Boom" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted October 24, 2010 (edited) is this thread a joke? what have nhl fans come to? I mean COME ON it is freaking HOCKEY. Edited October 24, 2010 by jollymania Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
