For example, let's take the slash on Leon Draisaitl by Alex Pietrangelo:
The defenseman was suspended for one game due to this incident, but it seems that Draisaitl hasn't gotten over it yet.
After the game, during the traditional handshake line, Draisaitl did something that didn't go unnoticed by Pietrangelo.
When it was their turn to shake hands, Draisaitl showed his reluctance to do so.
You can see the sequence in the video below:
It's completely normal for there to be animosity between players during the playoffs.
Draisaitl will have the entire summer to reflect on his actions.
As seen on Markerzone - Draisaitl Disrespects Pietrangelo in handshake line
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