The fight between Alex Ovechkin and Andrei Svechnikov in Game 3 of the playoff series between the Washington Capitals and Carolina Hurricanes was apparently instigated by the three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner, according to Svechnikov.
Svechnikov told reporters Saturday that Ovechkin "asked" for the fight that led to the Hurricanes rookie leaving the game with a concussion.
"I said yes," Svechnikov said. "I just want to stand up for myself."
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