Red Wings forward Justin Abdelkader explains why he declined invitation to dance at the end of Game 3 Sunday at Joe Louis Arena. Video by Helene St. James/DFP Videolicious
Justin Abdelkader heeded his instructions, his composure winning over his emotions.
He didn't like Tampa Bay's Brian Boyle making a chicken-motion wave with his arms at the end of Game 3 after Abdelkader declined to fight, but it was easier to dismiss given the Wings won the affair at Joe Louis Arena, 2-0.
"It's kind of funny," Abdelkader said.