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Ray Emery didn’t care that Braden Holbty wasn’t ready to fight

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Ray Emery took matters into his own hands, even when the opposing netminder wasn’t willing to throw a punch.

Nov 1, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Flyers goalie Ray Emery (29) fights Washington Capitals goalie Braden Holtby (70) during the third period at Wells Fargo Center. The Capitals defeated the Flyers, 7-0. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images | Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Goalie fights are extremely rare nowadays. Referees aren’t keen to let it happen, almost immediately stopping the two sides when they try to engage. Two goaltenders don’t just choose to go at it.