May 5, 2021; New York, New York, USA; Pavel Buchnevich #89 of the New York Rangers takes a high-sticking penalty on Anthony Mantha #39 of the Washington Capitals during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Bennett/POOL PHOTOS-USA TODAY Sports
Fans of the New York Rangers were transported back to the 1970’s as there was nothing but fisticuffs after the opening faceoff. Three Rangers fought their counterparts on the Capitals as soon as the game started.
The puck drops and the gloves come OFF!
What a start for the Rangers and Capitals.