Nikita Zadorov breaks David Pastrnak's ankles during practice this morning
Nikita Zadorov broke David Pastrnak's ankles with a nasty move during their skate this morning.
The Boston Bruins were running some 2-on-2 drills during practice this morning whenever Nikita Zadorov broke David Pastrnak's ankles.
Nikita Zadorov took the puck, faked like he was going to go left, and then went right causing David Pastrnak to break his ankles, and then went on to score.
Take a look:
Nikita Zadorov ankle breaker on David Pastrnak😅
The Boston Bruins signed Nikita Zadorov during free agency this off-season to a six-year, $5 million deal along with his teammate Elias Lindholm.
Nikita Zadorov has a sneaky good offensive game, while also being really reliable on defence.
Zadorov spoke on his offensive game today stating that he's no cale makar, but will definitely be able to provide offence for the Bruins this year.
Nikita Zadorov, sans context: "I'm not a Cale Makar." According to Hockeydb, last year Nikita Zadorov split time between the Calgary Flames, and Vancouver Canucks after being traded near the deadline and had a stat line of 6 goals, 14 assists for 20 points in 75 games, and 102 penalty minutes.
Zadorov is a very physical defenseman and fits the Boston Bruins system perfectly. Fans are excited to see what he can bring this year.
POLL |
What newest Bruin are you most excited to watch? |
Zadorov | 25 | 41.7 % |
Lindholm | 25 | 41.7 % |
Jones | 1 | 1.7 % |
Korpisalo | 9 | 15 % |
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