New York Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette on Matt Rempe's impact (Source: Imagn)
Matt Rempe's return to the NY Rangers ended quickly on Friday, as he was ejected after elbowing Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen in the third period. Rempe hit Heiskanen from behind, with his elbow making contact with Heiskanen’s head. Officials gave him a five-minute major penalty and a game misconduct.
The 22-year-old ended his night with five hits and 17 penalty minutes in 5:27 of play. It was Rempe’s fourth ejection in 22 NHL games. The Rangers had hoped he would bring energy to their lineup, but the ejection wasn’t what they wanted.
However, since it happened at 07:13 in the third period, it didn't affect the Rangers' play, who had a 2-1 lead. NY Rangers coach Peter Laviolette praised Rempe’s efforts despite the penalty.
