Kucherov drives Motte's face into the ice, Motte gets up and clubs him back

Midway through the 3rd period in a closely played Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Final between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the New York Rangers and we've finally got some fireworks.

Both teams have been too preoccupied with defensive play to engage in much rough stuff, but there was this nasty exchange between Nikita Kucherov and Tyler Motte away from the play.

Check it out:

I've gotta say... Motte has been an excellent addition for this Rangers squad. The guy works his tail off every shift and isn't afraid to get his nose dirty when it's warranted. Old time hockey, baby.