Steve Ott tried "licking" Jeff Halpern's face

[Hockey13Playa 240]

I am really at a loss for words. Don't really know how I take this... immature? funny? uncalled for? good way to agitate?

Anyways here is the link to video over on CBS... http://www.cbssports.com/nhl/blog/eye-on-hockey/22052783/did-steve-ott-try-to-lick-jeff-halperns-visor-before-a-faceoff

If anyone wants to embed the video feel free.

[rrasco 1,312]

Wut?

Edited April 12, 2013 by rrasco

[TheDetroitRedWings 286]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHA WTF?? Really have no thoughts other than I can't wait to see the gif.

[kipwinger 8,518]

Steve Ott is a total clown, but I still like him because he once did this...

[ogreslayer 1,069]

Well it was directed more at Halpern's shield, not his face. Mmmmmmm...shield....

My guess is that Ott is going to be in favor of making them mandatory now

Edited April 12, 2013 by ogreslayer

[55fan 5,133]

Well it was directed more at Halpern's shield, not his face. Mmmmmmm...shield....

My guess is that Ott is going to be in favor of making them mandatory now

My guess is that everyone who has to play against Ott is going to be in favour of making them mandatory!

It was kind of hard to tell from that angle, but it almost looked more like he stuck his tongue out in a licking motion rather than actually licking him. I don't think he was actually trying to lick.

[Z Winged Dangler 2,082]

That's hysterical! I can't watch it on my computer at work cause of firewalls, but I'll definitely watch it when I get home.

[kipwinger 8,518]

My guess is that everyone who has to play against Ott is going to be in favour of making them mandatory!

It was kind of hard to tell from that angle, but it almost looked more like he stuck his tongue out in a licking motion rather than actually licking him. I don't think he was actually trying to lick.

Haha, I watched Brendan Shanahan's video explanation of the incident. According to Shanny every player is responsible for their own tongue, and much like their stick, they must be held responsible for ensuring its proper use. Additionally, while there was clearly intent to lick, no penalty was assessed by the on ice officials. Furthermore, it must be taken into account that Jeff Halpern was not injured as a result of the incident and was able to return to the ice later that period after squeegeeing off his visor.

In Summary:

Clearly intent to lick

No "licking" penalty assessed

Halpern was not (physically) injured; no mention of the psychological effects

Because of this the Department of Player safety has decided to issue a warning to Buffalo's Steve Ott. He will be considered a repeat "licker" going forward.

[ogreslayer 1,069]

Haha, I watched Brendan Shanahan's video explanation of the incident. According to Shanny every player is responsible for their own tongue, and much like their stick, they must be held responsible for ensuring its proper use. Additionally, while there was clearly intent to lick, no penalty was assessed by the on ice officials. Furthermore, it must be taken into account that Jeff Halpern was not injured as a result of the incident and was able to return to the ice later that period after squeegeeing off his visor.

In Summary:

Clearly intent to lick

No "licking" penalty assessed

Halpern was not (physically) injured; no mention of the psychological effects

Because of this the Department of Player safety has decided to issue a warning to Buffalo's Steve Ott. He will be considered a repeat "licker" going forward.

You sir, just won the internet today!

[Rivalred 630]

Gives a new meaning to "window lickers"

[55fan 5,133]

I wonder if Ott's facebook page replaced the Like button with a Lick button.

[Wingsfan72 198]

Lmao, thats one way to get him out yo grill!

[ami 273]

medical treatment is required. apply baseball bat (or hockey stick) right across face two times, twice a day. you see positive results within a week, guaranteed.

[Hockeymom1960 5,107]

I thought it was hilarious!

[BottleOfSmoke 5,965]

Haha, I watched Brendan Shanahan's video explanation of the incident. According to Shanny every player is responsible for their own tongue, and much like their stick, they must be held responsible for ensuring its proper use. Additionally, while there was clearly intent to lick, no penalty was assessed by the on ice officials. Furthermore, it must be taken into account that Jeff Halpern was not injured as a result of the incident and was able to return to the ice later that period after squeegeeing off his visor.

In Summary:

Clearly intent to lick

No "licking" penalty assessed

Halpern was not (physically) injured; no mention of the psychological effects

Because of this the Department of Player safety has decided to issue a warning to Buffalo's Steve Ott. He will be considered a repeat "licker" going forward.

[dropkickshanahans 463]

Would've been funnier if he did it to Grant Clitsome.

[Kira 451]

Channeling our inner Sean Avery, are we?

That's just too creepy...