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Rangers rookie Matt Rempe has stirred controversy in his brief ten-game NHL stint, most notably getting ejected for elbowing a Devils defenseman in a recent game.
Rempe Suspended Four Games for Head Hit
In a recent match, Rangers rookie center Matt Rempe received an ejection for elbowing Devils defenseman Jonas Siegenthaler in the head.
This marks Rempe's second match penalty, both against Devils players. His previous hit on Nathan Bastian resulted in an ejection but no suspension. The Department of Player Safety announced his four-game suspension this afternoon.
Devils Fans Target Rangers Rookie on Social Media
Rempe has become a target for Devils fans, with some taking their harassment too far by targeting him and his family online.
#NJDevils fans harassing Rempe, his sister, and talking shit on his dead dad just goes to show how they're the worst humans and fanbase out there. Pathetic.
Fans have been reported to harass Rempe and his family members, including making derogatory comments about his deceased father and even wishing career-ending injuries upon him.
Such behavior is unacceptable and has sparked condemnation from many.
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