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Unsuspecting NHLers Pummeled in On-Ice Brawls
5 Jan
Summary
- Michael McCarron was hit while restrained by a linesman.
- Brady Tkachuk received an unexpected punch to the face.
- Neither player had prior suspensions or fines in their careers.

In recent NHL action, forward Michael McCarron of the Calgary Flames was caught off-guard by a punch from Andrew Beecher of the Nashville Predators. This occurred during the first period of their game on Saturday, while McCarron was being held by a linesman.
Later in another game, Winnipeg's Daniel Stanley delivered an ungloved punch to the face of Brady Tkachuk of the Ottawa Senators. This incident also happened on Saturday during the second period.
Notably, neither Beecher nor Stanley had any prior suspensions or fines in their NHL careers, despite playing a significant number of games. Beecher has played 155 games, while Stanley has appeared in 242.




