St. Louis Blues center David Backes hit Phoenix Coyotes defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson from behind late in the third period of Thursday night's NHL game at the Scottrade Center, leading to a brawl between the two teams.
David Backes received a 2 minute boarding penalty, and the Coyotes scored on the ensuing power play to tie the game at 1-1. However, the Blues won the ensuing shootout.
H/T Puck Daddy.
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