McSorley repeatedly tried to goad Brashear into another fight, but his frustration mounted when Brashear declined. We know we've all got a job to do, but there are limitations. It's something that should have never happened. If he doesn't want to fight, he doesn't want to fight. Edmonton forward Georges Laraque, an enforcer who's had personal run-ins with Brashear, still condemned McSorley's move.
Respect is the most important thing for a fighter.
But, I was sick to see that. Marty should be suspended for life. He shouldn't be allowed in any rink. Carolina defenseman Paul Coffey, a former teammate and good friend of McSorley, tried to offer a more well-rounded picture of McSorley. When the game was on, he would do everything he could do to beat you.