Tage Thompson finally settles the score with Stefan Noesen in an emotional Sabres vs Devils showdown.
In this video, we break down the full story behind the scrap:
– The controversial elbow to Thompson’s head back in February and why it angered Sabres fans [1][5]
– How the hit led to a match penalty for Noesen but no further discipline from the league [1][5]
– The criticism the Sabres faced for not immediately standing up for their star forward after the hit [5]
– The buildup over nine months leading to the teams’ first rematch since Buffalo’s 4-3 win [5][7]
– What happened on the opening shift when Thompson and Noesen dropped the gloves just 2½ minutes into the game [5]
– How the 30-second fight played out, ending with Noesen on the ice and the Buffalo crowd erupting for Thompson [5]
– Why this moment matters for team identity, locker-room accountability, and “answering the bell” in today’s NHL [5]
Keywords: Tage Thompson fight, Stefan Noesen hit, Buffalo Sabres vs New Jersey Devils, NHL rivalry, revenge fight, Sabres highlights.
If you love NHL storylines, rivalries, and players settling old scores on the ice, this is a must-watch breakdown of one of the most talked-about scraps of the season [5].
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