On Sunday's series opener, Senators forward Ridly Greig delivered a controversial hit that struck Maple Leafs' John Tavares in the neck area as the Leafs forward finished a check. After that, Greig collided with Leafs goalie Anthony Stolarz later in the third period.

There was no shortage of physicality or drama during the first game of the matchup, and Leafs captain Auston Matthews added to both during and after the game. Following a heated exchange in front of the Toronto bench, first described by The Fourth Period's David Pagnotta, Matthews grabbed Ridly Greig’s stick and broke it in half.

Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Anthony Stolarz ignited controversy after violently slashing Ottawa Senators’ Ridly Greig, sparking outrage over the NHL’s perceived double standard in protecting goalies. Despite clear aggression,