In a highly anticipated rematch, Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi fought Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas directly at the opening face-off on Sunday, March 30, 2026. The fight occurred just two seconds into the game at Scotiabank Arena, with Domi landing several punches before taking Gudas to the ice. Both players received five-minute fighting majors.
The altercation appeared to stem from a previous game on March 22, where Gudas delivered a heavy hit on Leafs captain John Tavares, which went unpenalized. Domi had publicly stated the team would "remember" the hit, setting the stage for the immediate confrontation.
The game continued with the teams playing four-on-four. The Maple Leafs went on to win the contest 6-2, with Domi contributing two assists. The fight and the victory were seen as a significant emotional response to the earlier incident involving their captain.
