Hockey death by knife

[Robertbarlage]

Holy shit finally saw the video of the tragic death of the hockey player with the skate to neck . I’d say the other guy Better go to the crow bar hotel for a long time !

[Blaithin]

Because you think it was on purpose?

[ajl]

Because you think it was on purpose?

It likely was.

[Jordy2323]

Because you think it was on purpose?

It doesn't need to be on purpose... he killed a man.

He has at least been arrested for suspicion of manslaughter.

[Blaithin]

It doesn't need to be on purpose... he killed a man.

He has at least been arrested for suspicion of manslaughter.

Have other athletes been charged with manslaughter when they contribute to someone’s death? Nascar and Formula 1 spring to mind here.

Has anyone ever been charged with assault for fighting or hitting during a game?

What about attempted man slaughter for other slash accidents on necks, or even wrists and legs? This isn’t the first skate cutting event, were the others charged.

[Jordy2323]

Have other athletes been charged with manslaughter when they contribute to someone’s death? Nascar and Formula 1 spring to mind here.

Has anyone ever been charged with assault for fighting or hitting during a game?

What about attempted man slaughter for other slash accidents on necks, or even wrists and legs? This isn’t the first skate cutting event, were the others charged.

Did those deaths occur when the athletes were performing what would be considered routine and standard practices to their sport? Than no they shouldn't be charged... that would be known as an accident.

Now if those deaths occurred due the negligence, recklessness, or with intent, then yes charge them and investigate.

I don't need to tell you there are inherent risks in any sport... a karate kick with a skate to the throat shouldn't be one of them.

[Blaithin]

A chop from the skate to anywhere not protected is a risk in the sport. That’s why it’s happened multiple times before.

My dad had his throat cut while playing hockey. Perhaps he should’ve charged the player with assault or even attempted murder.

Manslaughter seems like a bogus charge in a sporting event known for its contact, risk, and severe injuries. Prove intent and prove murder, or leave it alone.

[Stormin]

We are entering a period in time when we see a return of the gladiator sports take MMA for instance. Violence is escalating. That's fine get used to it, WW3 will be here soon.

[goalieguy847]

Saw that vid... its a tough one to diagnose for sure. You can see he clips the defenceman and looks to lose his balance.
however, hes leaning forward and usually when falling forward to move onto your front ( lead) foot... he actually leans onto his backfoot and lifts his lead foot up which catches the guy.
Honestly its a bit of a grainy vid ( the one i saw) and it would be incredibly difficult to charge the guy with something. Its a contact sport and accidents happen...but this one. WHEW.
no clue what really to comment or decide on this one.

[Herc]

Have other athletes been charged with manslaughter when they contribute to someone’s death? Nascar and Formula 1 spring to mind here.

Has anyone ever been charged with assault for fighting or hitting during a game?

What about attempted man slaughter for other slash accidents on necks, or even wrists and legs? This isn’t the first skate cutting event, were the others charged.

Absolutely nhl players have been charged with assault.

[Blaithin]

Absolutely nhl players have been charged with assault.

For misplaced hits or they had to prove intent?

[TSIPP]

These guys aren’t floundering kids they’re professional players, accidents happen but this definitely doesn’t look accidental, put a sharp blade against someone’s neck and they die someone should be getting charged.