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EPISODE · Mar 5, 2026 · 12 MIN

Most Penalty Minutes in NHL History

from Daily Sports History · host Ethan Reese

On March 5, 2004, the NHL witnessed one of the most brutal and unforgettable games in its history, as the Ottawa Senators and Philadelphia Flyers squared off in a game that would set the record for the most penalty minutes in a single NHL game. The violent, high-tempo game saw an insane number of fights, including a massive line brawl, leaving both teams battered and bruised. With 419 penalty minutes recorded by the end of the game, this match remains a symbol of hockey’s wild, physical past. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into the players, the moments, and the aftermath of this chaotic battle on ice.Record-breaking penalties: A total of 419 penalty minutes was racked up in this unforgettable game.Enforcers clash: Key players like Chris Neil and Donald Brashear led the charge in a historic brawl.The breakdown of order: Multiple major fights, a line brawl, and misconducts led to total chaos.The legacy: How this game impacted the NHL and its approach to violence in the sport.Player highlights: Key figures from both teams, including Zdeno Chara, Mike Richards, and Jeremy Roenick, who played critical roles in the fracas.Join us for a deep dive into this wild, record-setting game that still remains one of the most talked-about moments in NHL history.Buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/dailysportzNewsletter: https://substack.com/@dailysportshistory?r=3en496&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=stories&shareImageVariant=lightDailySportsHistory.comEmail: [email protected]: YouTube.com/@dailysportshistory Twitter: twitter.com/dailysportshis Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551687917253&mibextid=ZbWKwL

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