From The Boston Globe · · 1m 20s
Bruins D Nikita Zadorov Benched After Losing Cool
Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov says he’s disappointed after being benched for losing his cool in a game.
In brief
Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov says he’s disappointed after being benched for losing his cool in a game. Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov was benched by coach Marco Sturm after a physical play that led to a penalty, but he remains committed to the team’s identity. Originally reported by The Boston Globe.
Zadorov benched after game
Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov was benched by coach Marco Sturm for Saturday night’s victory over the Kings in Los Angeles.
Zadorov’s reaction to benching
Zadorov said he felt disappointed and disgusted about being benched after a physical play that led to a penalty.
Play details
Zadorov made contact with Anaheim’s Frank Vatrano, who went down, and knocked him down again after the play.
Zadorov’s hockey identity
Zadorov described himself as a big, physical defenseman who plays for the pride and team identity.
Zadorov’s penalty record
Zadorov has a team-high 29 penalty minutes and led the NHL in penalty minutes for the last two seasons.
Zadorov’s team support
Zadorov said his teammates supported him and he trusts them to help him return to the lineup.
Coach Sturm’s stance
Coach Sturm said Zadorov will return Tuesday night but didn’t confirm the decision yet.
The headline
Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov was benched by coach Marco Sturm after a physical play that led to a penalty, but he remains committed to the team’s identity.
