Ruslan Salei to speak to Mike Modano about ugly hit from 1999

Will two of the newest Red Wings Mike Modano and Ruslan Salei be able to put their differences aside after Salei put an ugly hit on Modano spraining his neck and giving him a concussion back in 1999? Probably, but Salei is going to make sure the air is clear before the two meet on the ice as members of the Red Wings organization. This is according to Joe Yerdon of ProHockeyTalk.com…
Ruslan Salei told reporters in Europe he will make a point to talk with Mike Modano and address the 1999 hit Salei laid on Modano that gave Modano a concussion, neck sprain. It was a scary play, and it’s a good idea for Salei to talk to Modano.
I doubt Modano is thinking about that incident much anymore. But it’s not a bad idea by Salei to clear the air, knowing both are now teammates on the Wings.
Although I’m sure it wouldn’t be an issue if Salei didn’t say anything to Modano it definitely is a good team move for one veteran reaching out to another to show there is no hard feelings.