Instigator rule, Superstar injuries, Kowloons and more.

In the latest episode of Don Cherry's Grapevine podcast, the discussion primarily centers around the current state of the NHL's instigator rule and its impact on the game. Cherry argues that the instigator rule, which penalizes players for starting fights, has diluted the physicality and toughness that once defined hockey. With superstar injuries on the rise, he questions whether the league's emphasis on player safety is going too far, suggesting that it may lead to a softer game devoid of the grit that fans love. Additionally, Cherry touches on the importance of players standing up for their teammates, citing recent incidents in games where more should have been done to protect players.