Hockey is the only sport (besides mixed martial arts and boxing) where fighting is part of the game. At the expense of a five minute fighting penalty, players can mutually throw punches to settle their differences. As the years have gone on fighting has become a controversial aspect of hockey. Many people would like to see it out of the game completely.
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Whether you love them or hate them, everyone can agree that they are entertaining to witness. The adrenaline and rush of a good versus evil battle puts the crowd on their feet.