Nikita Zadorov Responds to Islanders Fans After Incident with Matthew Schaefer
Nikita Zadorov targeted Islanders fans who criticized him following his altercation with No. 1 overall pick Matthew Schaefer on Tuesday night at UBS Arena. The Bruins defenseman posted on his verified Instagram:
“Get out of my DMs and go to the rink to cheer for your team. That place was a library tonight.”
Zadorov shared a screenshot of direct messages he received right after the game, overlaying his response as an Instagram story. During the second period of the Islanders' 4-3 shootout loss, Zadorov struck the 18-year-old Schaefer twice with his stick behind the Bruins' net. Afterward, he pushed Schaefer to the ice as the young player tried to stand up.
This led to Islanders captain Anders Lee and Anthony Duclair confronting Zadorov, igniting a chaotic scrum. Zadorov was penalized with a double-minor for roughing and an additional two minutes for interference. He continued exchanging heated words with Lee while both sat in the penalty box. The crowd of 15,585 booed Zadorov for the rest of the game.
Game and Fan Atmosphere Details
- Tuesday's attendance was 15,585 at the UBS Arena, which holds 17,255, making it the fourth highest in seven home games.
- The Islanders have had only one sellout so far this season.
- The team declined to comment on Zadorov’s social media post and did not practice the following day.
- Throughout the game, fans repeatedly chanted for Schaefer and goalie Ilya Sorokin.
Player Remarks
“There’s going to be battles every night,” Matthew Schaefer said after the game.
Zadorov’s provocative response highlights the intensity surrounding the matchup and his readiness to engage physically on the ice.
Author’s summary: Zadorov’s post-game reaction to Islanders fans reflects the fierce rivalries and on-ice conflicts defining this NHL season.
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