Calgary Flames TJ Brodie fights for the puck against Vancouver Canucks Maxim Lapierre during the third period of their NHL game in Vancouver, British Columbia December 23, 2011.   REUTERS/Ben Nelms    (CANADA)

Vancouver Canucks Maxim Lapierre is checked by Detroit Red Wings Cory Emmerton during the first period of their NHL game in Vancouver, British Columbia December 21, 2011.   REUTERS/Ben Nelms    (CANADA)

Calgary Flames Matt Stajan lands a punch against Vancouver Canucks Maxim Lapierre during the third period of their NHL game in Vancouver, British Columbia December 4, 2011.   REUTERS/Ben Nelms    (CANADA)