Every hockey fan appreciates a good on-ice scuffle between skaters settling a score, but there's a special thrill when goalies decide to drop the gloves—something that happened in a recent game in the German Pro League.
In a rare occurrence, the two goalies showcased a proper goalie showdown, meeting at center ice during a brawl between their respective teams. The clip captures the moment they throw significant punches, landing some solid blows before referees intervene to break up the unexpected goalie fight.
While goalie fights are a rarity in the NHL, this overseas game provides a glimpse of the excitement. Hockey enthusiasts can only hope for a heated NHL match that might produce a goalie showdown, but until then, we'll appreciate the action happening beyond the usual confines.