Roope Hintz fights Nathan MacKinnon during Avalanche win over Stars

Roope Hintz and Nathan MacKinnon engaged in their first NHL fight during a Colorado Avalanche win over the Dallas Stars on October 14 in Dallas. MacKinnon, who received two assists in the game, suffered a bloodied face as a result of the altercation. The fight occurred in the second period with the Avalanche leading 2-1. Each player received five-minute penalties for fighting. Hintz later iced his knuckles while in the penalty box. Following the incident, the Avalanche scored a total of three goals to secure the 3-2 victory. The Avalanche, now 4-2-0, will host the Stars again on October 15 in Denver.

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