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Max Domi Feeds Simon Nemec Uppercuts After He Targets Auston Matthews
As the Toronto Maple Leafs prepare for the Stanley Cup playoffs in these final regular season games, forward Max Domi stepped up to defend his star teammate Auston Matthews.
In a heated moment during the game against the New Jersey Devils, Matthews found himself entangled in a physical confrontation with Devils rookie defenseman Simon Nemec.
Nemec's aggressive actions prompted Domi to swiftly intervene, sending a clear message to Nemec that Matthews was not to be trifled with.
Max Domi didn't like seeing Auston Matthews tied up with Simon Nemec so he handled it himself
Domi's assertive response reflects the Maple Leafs' commitment to supporting their star players, ensuring they have the space to shine, especially as playoff tensions escalate.
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