The incredible fight between the Chicago Blackhawks' enforcer and Kyle Freadrich
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Will BloggsSeptember 2, 2024 (10:16)
Photo credit: Men's Health
Ryan VandenBussche was a formidable enforcer in the NHL, playing 14 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers, and Pittsburgh Penguins.
During the 2000 season, he made headlines in a legendary brawl against Kyle Freadrich of the Tampa Bay Lightning on March 3rd at the United Center.
Standing six inches shorter than Freadrich, VandenBussche faced a daunting challenge. Yet, he fearlessly engaged in what became one of the most memorable fights of the era. The two enforcers exchanged relentless punches, each refusing to back down. Freadrich lost two teeth during the melee, but the battle raged on.
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Ryan Vandenbussche's resilience shone as he delivered a flurry of uppercuts and jabs, pushing both men to exhaustion. This brutal yet thrilling encounter showcased the raw physicality of NHL enforcers at the time-a period when players like Georges Laraque dominated the ice.
Today, VandenBussche has transitioned from fighting on the ice to becoming a leading advocate for plant-based medicine through his company, New Leaf Canada Inc. His journey from NHL enforcer to health advocate reflects a significant shift in his life that continues to impact the athletic community.
Source: When Probert Was King
Kyle Freadrich vs. Ryan VandenBussche - 3/3/00
Kyle Freadrich vs. Ryan VandenBussche - 3/3/00
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