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Found May 05, 2012 on NESN.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Mike Green,  Alexander Ovechkin,  Dan Girardi
TEAMS: Washington Capitals,  New York Rangers
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Another day, another head shot debate. Saturday's NHL playoff action produced another nail-biter between the Rangers and Capitals, with Mike Green's late third-period goal the difference in a 3-2 Washington win to even the series. The game also stirred up more controversy with a questionable hit by Alex Ovechkin on Dan Girardi in the second period. Ovechkin was given a two-minute minor for charging as he appeared to leave his feet as he made contact. Almost immediately, arguments raged over whether Ovechkin deserved further punishment from the league, though reports Saturday night had Ovechkin not expected to face a hearing...
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