Just under a year ago, Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas, then with the Florida Panthers, made headlines during the 2023 Stanley Cup playoffs with an intense moment where he confronted Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll.
This unforgettable incident, occurring as the Maple Leafs were eliminated from playoff contention, remains etched in the memories of fans and players alike.
For Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving, this moment perhaps underscored the need for a player like enforcer Ryan Reaves, addressing concerns about the team's physicality during critical games.
Before the regular season began, at the Maple Leafs Golf Classic, Reaves commented on the Gudas-Woll incident with strong words, expressing readiness for any similar encounters.
As Reaves prepares to face Gudas on Saturday night, expectations for revenge from the Maple Leafs may not be met, according to Reaves himself.
It remains to be seen whether Ryan Reaves will teach him a lesson.
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17 FEVRIER | 324 ANSWERS Ryan Reaves Sends A Message To Radko Gudas Ahead Of Tonight's Matchup Do you think Reaves will teach Gudas a lesson? | ||
He won't do anything | 154 | 47.5 % |
He will beat him up | 51 | 15.7 % |
Gudas will chicken out | 76 | 23.5 % |
Gudas will take him down | 43 | 13.3 % |
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