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Larry Robinson: ‘You question where our game is going sometimes’

San Jose Sharks v Phoenix Coyotes

GLENDALE, AZ - APRIL 15: Coach Larry Robinson of the San Jose Sharks on the bench during the NHL game against the Phoenix Coyotes at Jobing.com Arena on April 15, 2013 in Glendale, Arizona. The Sharks defeated the Coyotes 4-0. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Larry Robinson

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One of hockey’s most recognizable and respected figures has weighed in on the state of the game, amid a rash of controversial hits and injuries to begin the 2013-14 regular season.

Recently, San Jose Sharks associate coach Larry Robinson spoke candidly about what he believes to be a “lack of respect” at the NHL level today.

His comments are similar to ones made by Sharks veteran defenseman Dan Boyle, who earlier this month had to be taken off the ice on a stretcher after getting hit from behind by St. Louis Blues forward Maxim Lapierre.

Of course, there have been other incidents since then. Boston Bruins forward Loui Eriksson has been diagnosed with a concussion after he took a hit to the head (it was also late) from Buffalo Sabres’ forward John Scott earlier this week.

“I wouldn’t be in it as long as I have if I didn’t enjoy the game and that’s the part I like the most,” Robinson told the San Jose Mercury News.

“If there was anything that would turn me away from the game it’s the way it’s being played and how the league is being handled now.”

“How many concussions have we had in the last two, three or four few weeks, the lack of respect the players are having for each other.

“You question where our game is going sometimes.”

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