Jacob Middleton enraged with Connor McDavid's elbow on Marcus Johansson
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The Edmonton Oilers are coming off an impressive 5-3 comeback win against the Minnesota Wild, but the game presented it's fair share of controversy. Despite the win, Connor McDavid is being called out for elbowing forward Ryan Johansson. While there was no clear intent to injure, Minnesota Wild defender Jacob Middleton calls out McDavid for his actions.
For those that missed it, thee 6-foot-1 forward was in the defensive zone when he caught an elbow from Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid. Johansson immediately fell over and his helmet also came off later.
According to the Hockey News, there was no penalty on the play despite McDavid sticking his elbow out, on what looked like to be on purpose. Wild head coach John Hynes wanted an explanation from referee Dan O'Rourke but didn't get one.
Moments ago, NHL insider Frank Seravalli confirmed that McDavid would be receiving no disciplinary action, but Wild defender Jacob Middleton didn't hold back his feelings regarding the incident.
Jacob Middleton calls out Connor McDavid
According to Liam McCormick of Oilers Daily, After the game, the Minnesota Wild were clearly livid with McDavid's hit on Johansson and the lack of a penalty called.
Defenceman Jacob Middleton directly criticized the referees, and said McDavid doesn't deserve special treatment.
«Horsesh*t. if that's Hartman or Foligno, you know what would happen. «I don't care if it's the best player in the world.»
- Jacob Middleton
- Jacob Middleton
After the game, Connor McDavid made himself available for his usual postgame interviews, giving the media a breakdown of the situation.
»Look, it's unfortunate. I hope he's okay. Not obviously trying to hurt anybody out there. Just trying to go through there, very unfortunate. Hope he's alright.»
- Connor McDavid
- Connor McDavid
The combination of the loss and McDavid's elbow has enraged Minnesota Wild fans, who believe McDavid is receiving preferential treatment.
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