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New York Rangers fan who was banned for life after sucking a rival fan out of Madison Square Garden Game 5. 3-1 win over Tampa Bay Lightning According to a report, in the final of the Eastern Conference on Thursday night, the police admitted that they feared that the video of the brawl would go viral on social media.
James Anastasio, a 29-year-old Staten Island man facing multiple criminal charges for the assault, expressed concern to an NYPD officer that the video would go viral, The New York Post reportedCiting Manhattan Assistant District Attorney Hannah Dion.
Fans cheer during the first period in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoff between the Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on June 3, 2022 in New York City.
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,it could be on the internet, Oh f—,” said Anastasio reportedly.
he was right.
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According to the report, Anastasio was given a supervised release order after appearing on Saturday and is due to return to court later this month.
Madison Square Garden, where the Rangers was undefeated for eight consecutive games As of Thursday’s loss, it issued a statement on Friday condemning the incident.
New York Rangers fans walk in the field before Game 1 between the Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on June 1, 2022 in New York City.
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,Last night, there was a hideous attack against a Tampa Bay fan at the conclusion of the game – followed by a second attack against a man who bravely intervened,” the statement said.
“All guests – regardless of the team they support – should feel safe and respected. in the garden, This has been our policy and always will be.”
Fans arrive before Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoff between the Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on June 9, 2022 in New York City.
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The statement said that Anastasio would receive a MSG. life ban from and all other associated locations.