TI have New York Rangers fan who hit Tampa Bay Lightning Authorities said fans would no longer be allowed to enter Madison Square Garden after Game 5.
James Anastasio, 29, was arrested. after attacking a man in MSG, the perpetrator is charged with misconduct and harassment.
Anastasio, dressed in a Rangers jersey, got into a verbal altercation with a Tampa Bay fan. on video show Anastasio hits a Tampa fan and knocks him down.
MSG managers sent a press release explaining the severity of the issue
“We are fully cooperating with law enforcement since this is now a criminal case. The attacker will also be banned for life from The Garden and all other MSG locations,” MSG said in a statement. “All guests, no matter which team they support, should feel safe and respected in The Garden. This has been and always will be our policy.”
Madison Square Garden said the two victims “received appropriate medical care.” According to police, the Lightning fan was taken to the hospital and is in stable condition, and the fan who intervened refused treatment.
How is the series progressing?
With the victory last Thursday, Tampa Bay leads the series 3-2 if they win next Saturday, then for the third time in a row they will go to Stanley Cup Final.