He is known for his tough way of playing ice hockey.
And last night was no exception.
Ryan Reeves, 35, made a game-ending tackle on Philip Hronik, 25.
Elmer Soderblom scored on his NHL return after being called back from the Farm League. but it does not matter.
The Detroit Red Wings suffered their fourth straight defeat as the Minnesota Wild won at home, 4-1.
We have good goalkeepers and we’re doing a lot of good things. Although I think we’re not playing our best, says Wild’s Norwegian Mats Zuccariello according to Sportsnet.
Philip Hronk left injured
Early in the first half, after three minutes already, the game was over for Detroit defender Philip Hronik.
The 25-year-old skated centrally down the lane towards his own blue when he was caught up and accidentally stopped by Ryan Reeves. The 35-year-old made a tough tackle, which was ruled legal.
– Quite frankly, we made eye contact. I saw how he looked at me and then turned his head and continued to ride the disc. I’m not sure what exactly happened, but I hope he’s okay, Reeves told the Minnesota website.
According to nhl.com, Detroit coach Derek Lalonde said Hronek wanted to return to the game, but was suspended as a safety measure due to a suspected concussion.
“Treat like a soccer player”
It is not uncommon for Reaves to be the one to make a tough tackle.
– You have to watch me when I’m on the ice and you definitely can’t go to me like that, he says.
Reeves continues:
I act like an American football player.
After the win, Minnesota is sixth in the Western Conference.
Detroit is tenth in the East.