In a bizarre and chaotic scene, a bench-clearing brawl between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Pittsburgh Penguins resulted in an astonishing 11 players being squeezed into the penalty box during Game 3 of their NHL playoff series. The melee, which erupted in the second period, saw players from both teams pouring onto the ice, fists flying, and officials struggling to restore order. The ensuing chaos led to a prolonged delay in the game, with referees forced to count the players in the box to determine the number of penalties to be assessed. The incident has sparked controversy and debate about player safety and the effectiveness of the NHL's disciplinary system.


Make room! Flyers, Penguins squeeze 11 players inside penalty box after Game 3 melee  Times Union