Mathieu Olivier: "That's the whole point of a fight."

[@soyeux27]

Mathieu Olivier has class. A gem of a man !

[@kellyschafer8873]

Ya it's crazy seems like a well spoken smart individual yet a savage as well

[@by-rc3nl]

Very humble man. Much respect.

[@brianshaughnessy4020]

I would love to have him on the Bruins.

[@mrmercedes8528]

@@brianshaughnessy4020….. I’m sure he’d rather stay classy that be on a clown club lead by a cheap shot rat that INTENTIONALLY tries to injure the opposition

[@christophercharles3169]

You bet. No hatred, no trash talk, just respect for the other guy.

[@BillWalsey]

One of the most well spoken and least awkward guys I've seen in a while

[@jlove8445]

No signs of simp’ness

[@oooooooooo3449]

@@jlove8445 That's rare these days

[@MultiScooped]

This guy talks like he's head coach. Carries himself well.

[@SliceofBread123]

Was thinking the same, got some career ahead but coaching in his future for sure if he wants!

[@butler-macdonald8351]

Rempe will be talking like Joe Biden by the time he's 30 if he keeps taking punches like he has in his first few fights

[@stephanea5364]

LOL@@butler-macdonald8351

[@roodflo3080]

This is not Rempe

[@caseymcmillan1324]

@@butler-macdonald8351 you mean like trump calling his wife Mercedes, calling pelosi Nikki Haley, Tim Apple, oranges of the investigation. Just face it you repubs are in a cult and nobody in the world likes you

[@thomasramirez718]

I’m rangers fan and I gotta give this man his respect not only for the fighting skills he has but also for the way he carries himself. Hell of a character.

[@smarty432]

2 men just doing their jobs. Great respect for these warriors doing their job well!

[@mrmercedes8528]

I don’t think Rempe fighting is his “ JOB” - he’s being challenged because he’s a big guy ….. sure when necessary- but it’s getting ridiculous…… it’s every game ……

[@ThatGuy-nv7cx]

@@mrmercedes8528they brought him up because they wanted to add physicality to their lineup. So yes, hitting people, whether it be with his fists or body, is his job.

[@RPierce84]

mad respect for this dude. Notice how quickly he shut down the commentary and just left it with "just two guys doing their job. nothing but respect" Thats class. Props sir. Fans should take notice.

[@johncummings5350]

He's supposed to keep it quiet....he was fighting a kid 21 years old that already had 3 brawls before him this week. That's not easy.....most enforcers don't tangle that regularly. Yes....he won the fight....but he realizes it's not easy to scrap in the NHL. I'm sure he has taken his lumps.....part of the job.

[@freshstart349]

​@@johncummings5350you should check out the Olivier vs Lucic fight last season, they traded good licks but looch definitely won

[@billsouza4457]

@@johncummings5350 I don't think you are giving him the respect he deserves .

[@johncummings5350]

​@@billsouza4457 He got the best of the kid and spoke property following the fight. I don't know him day to day to make a conclusion about what kind of person he is....I didn't disrespect him.....but to be realistic.... how could he rough up a 21 year old and talk down about the kid after the fight?? It would be silly to do that......he win the fight and spoke properly afterwards..... that's what he's supposed to do.

[@DanielNYR]

This dude showed Rempe how it's done.. respect.

[@QueensNewYorkguy]

Might be my first time liking a Rangers fan’s comment 😂 as a Devils fan

[@sotiriosnovatsis4529]

It was his third fight in a week and he landed his own fair share. What more do you want a 21 year old rookie to do?

[@sotiriosnovatsis4529]

@@QueensNewYorkguy After the demolition we gave you on your own home ice, I'm surprised you like anything related to the Rangers.

[@jessecrichton2943]

Lmao Rempe fought a fight the night before so I’d say he did alright for 2 nights in a row

[@joefatalooch8057]

I went to a hockey fight the other night and a game broke out….😂

[@stugrimson7851]

The NHL needs more of this.

[@koz9682]

Never heard this guy speak before. Gained a lot of respect for him and now will be trading for him in my Nhl 24 franchise mode

[@Deadly_Ricardo_67]

I signed him in my franchise he averaged 8 minutes and finished with 13 fights lmao

[@DneilB007]

Picked up Olivier a year ago, when he joined CBJ. He’s not just a fighter, although he’s been pretty snakebit this season.

[@NYR-wq7om]

@@Deadly_Ricardo_67😂😂That’s great!

[@josephwirtz8352]

Classy interview here! Much respect Olivier!

[@taylor6500]

One of the most genuine interviews I’ve ever seen, love this guy instantly

[@jonfquebec]

Solide entrevue Mathieu. Continue à bien représenter les joueurs québécois

[@Ben-hi5zm]

Je le veux à Montréal!

[@buixrule]

Ranger fan here. To this day and age, I can proudly say regarding the sport of ice hockey, that when the dust settles, these athletes are the last of a dying breed of courage coupled with the humility and respect for one another that is sorely lacking in many of the athletes of every other sport.

[@charlesscarpelli7939]

Its not a dying breed its called having a sense of honour! Seems to be lacking in the general poplulace at large today but there are many who are just like him. 🇨🇦

[@richardcesarano9724]

Much respect from someone who misses old time Hockey. This guy is a class act.

[@brianforgie7724]

Good to hear a well spoken guy, not canned responces. Good scrap, class act showing respect for the young guy.

[@nicholaspatti1526]

This is totally class and 👏. Repeat for Rempe! Thank you 😊

[@TheBooze13]

Much respect to Olivier. Great interview

[@rogershrubber3596]

I have even more respect for this guy....pure class

[@j.thomas7128]

Ranger fan here. Olivier had a great great fight. The interview was just as good. Mad respect for Olivier. He did his job and did it well. ATTENTION LEAGUE: Hockey fans want PROPER fights just like this one and not bullsnot suckerpunch scrums where degenerates throw punches to the back of an unsuspecting guy's head before turtling on the ice. The league's acceptance of scrums by not penalizing players engaged in ongoing dishonorable gameplay has created a need for enforcers... it's the league that has one again created a need for enforcers.

[@rorystruthers2853]

Rangers fan, and honestly dont know anything about the Blue Jackets except Panarin used to play there, but this guys awesome, respect. Obv we're not exactly stressing over losses so I can conscionably say congrats on the W

[@johndee1855]

NYR fan here .. luv the “ old school “ rules .. 2 guys doin’ what they do .. class / respect

[@Hiddensquid49]

That’s a solid, respectful dude, true hockey player.🎉

[@karokaro7328]

Mathieu Oliver you are truly a class act and a pure hockey Enforcer with Balls and Respect for other Enforcers!

[@badcanadiandriver]

Extremely well spoken and English is his second language

[@jamesvanpelt3544]

Respect goes a long way, love to see that mature adults still play professional sports

[@bryce5974]

Pure class from this dude

[@benallmark9671]

The way it should be and always , always was in the past. Fighting is an important part of hockey. I’m concerned it’ll become a thing of the past and it likely will if these woman that are on the panels get their way.

[@timyaiser]

Blueshirt fan here - Olivier just became one of my favorite NHL players after seeing this interview. Nothing but class and respect.

[@jerseydave71]

Love the respect for each other for doing their job. 🙏🏻

[@btydings]

What a great interview from a super tough guy. Nice of him to check on Rempe before the game in case the kid needed a couple days rest before the next tilt. Much respect to Olivier!

[@sandyking7822]

That tilt was 2 guys doing their jobs. Strong respect for each other and the game.

[@chrisholmes1589]

That's called being a pro. Dude gave a great interview, played down his role, talked about trying to score goals - just a pro in all aspects.

[@thethomasj1795]

Much respect for Olivier.

[@MurfFromCanada]

I love that quote, "Not sweeter, it's not sweet, just two guys doing their job." That response, combined with his previous comment on how he checked up on Rempe following the previous altercation he was involved in, really shows that Olivier cares and doesn't do it to hurt, true sportsmanship!

[@noahbland9940]

“Took some balls” 😂

[@jlove8445]

Good ol’ intestinal fortitude and balls gets it done

[@michaeldelzitti895]

Never heard of him but won't forget him. That's a genuine guy.

[@Formzy]

This guy is the man, never saw an interview with this guy b4 💯🙌🏿

[@oatmealtruck7811]

Huge Rangers fan here. Olivier? Your name is now associated with pure class in my book. Congrats on the win.

[@johnny7s1]

This guy just gained a fan!

[@Dx-so7jm]

Man , i want this guy on my team

[@pastapaul150]

Well said sir. I’m a Ranger fan and respect this man. Good go.

[@ronniek7748]

Don’t know the guy, but very well spoken! Tough as nails.

[@TrueNorthBaits]

Great interview! Very classy & professional! Respect!

[@NBarbario]

This man knows "The Code" and lives by it.

[@allenleclerc7878]

What a classy pro! Really respect this guy. Tough job, good luck Mathieu!

[@ffghfdsgfgdgsfhgsf]

What a gentleman!

[@Nokin92]

Great fight by the two of them and an excellent interview by Olivier, it really showed his character

[@badnewsproduction01]

Respect to Both Guys. Real players with proper respect. Love it

[@markvitelli6312]

great interview...this guy is solid all around, respect to Mr Olivier

[@tommytunes303]

Hockey has just become my favorite sport! "Not sweet, nothing sweet, just two guys doing their jobs"

[@rbish907]

The turn around about the W was a great shift of energy from the last neg question.

[@morgangentle1515]

Great fight on both sides good job lads love this stuff , great guys here folks

[@Snowsurfer57]

Love that line. “Nothing is sweet, just two guys doing their job.”

[@johnspearing147]

Olivier is pure class... good interview.

[@Jontism]

He can convey his thoughts so clearly, awesome interview and sweet beatdown

[@donaldmiles3232]

Such a well spoken humble classy guy. Kudos to you sir

[@ramalama9030]

Great interview……a thinking fighter !

[@zebdawson3687]

Wow, every moment of this interview is absolute class. What a giga-chad! Go Rangers!

[@Gregc63]

Well done Matty! Solid tilt!

[@SAUBLEBEACHONTARIO]

This is one tough guy. Respect 💪

[@CoachCMACK]

Well spoken and classy guy. Respect!

[@djrondo1224]

That’s what you call a Pros… pro and for Rempe on the job training!

[@vashdotexe]

God I miss him playing for Nashville. Dude is a class act, and tough as nails.

[@JohnnyInvestor]

Montreal should sign this guy ! During the off season

[@greatestsportslegends]

Wow, lots of respect for this guy. Speaks intelligently, respectfully. I hope he doesn't get too many punches over the years. Focus on hockey and only do it when you have to. I love the fact that he went up pre-game to pay respects and ask him if he was okay. That's epic. Love it.

[@rainsong7327]

Hockey players are a different breed of athlete humble respectful blue collar.

[@billgoforth7426]

Well said hockey pride!!!

[@christophera712]

Bruins fan here. This guy just gets it. Well spoken and respectful.

[@matthewwarnke170]

Mathieu Olivier has real character.

[@bedibuval9463]

Pure class Mathieu. very well spoken 👍

[@triggertimetraining6963]

Respect to Olivier for his statement and respect towards Rempe.

[@daveydmx9630]

Dudes even giving him props!!!!!! Theirs no win or lose in a fight this kid isn’t afraid to lock heads wit anyone… he’s gonna get his respect in the nhl

[@chriss6457]

No win or lose? LOL Rempe got destroyed!

[@TheYamahog12]

I didn’t know Rempe initiated that. He might think twice about doing that again. Respect to Olivier for winning the fight but even more for the way he handled this interview.

[@freshstart349]

I love how he was very respectful and doesn’t rub it in

[@henrikovratd9845]

Spoken very well Olivier.

[@MrOldgummer]

well said. young man has a good head on his shoulders, especially considering his specific job on the team.

[@joshl434]

When he said the fights not sweet, just two guys doing there job; even tho he won, i got respect for this man....coming from a bruins fan

[@PrimordialChaos9]

You can tell Oliver is a classy guy and true professional in how he handled this interview.

[@christopherbenson9942]

This is reminiscent of early 90's when NJ brought up Troy Crowder, who fought All the Heavies and did very well....until he crossed paths with Quebec's Darin Kimble...just as Rempe did with Olivier. Admire this kid's heart though...he's a gamer and willing to play this role to stay in The Bigs.

[@frankmarshal7767]

Any team would love to have this guy. Class act

[@Edwa72]

Im a Rangers fan and loved this guys performance and everything he said. Classy.

[@IamMichaellucifer13]

This is why I love hockey, such respect.

[@georgecostanza69420]

NYR fan here and lots of respect for Olivier. He definitely took notes from Rempe's previous fights and humbled him. Hope Rempe chills out for now and takes some time to learn how to take a proper defensive position in a fight

[@pingamalinga]

Rempe asked him? Wow. Kid has heart. Perhaps he should keep the gloves on for a while.

[@QQ-nd1gn]

Jesus, this guy is just pure class and, like someone else said, carries himself really well

[@mrunknown5735]

Don’t know much about him but he seems class! Understands his job and what it does! Great fight

[@edmonddantes7407]

Solid guy. No goon. Respect.

[@niko8927]

well said!

[@Haildestroya]

Broadcasting gig in this man’s future. So well spoken.

[@andrewmillman45]

Sounds like a good respectful man who knows his role and doesn't act like drama queen like so many athletes these days hear that KYME Odell LeBron very refreshing

[@user-wg5fk8fi8f]

Mans well spoken. Not cocky or ignorant.

[@jeffgerst3619]

Classy answers. Well said young man

[@jimlwolfe-empty-midwest]

Great interview!

[@onelove1968]

This man's character harkens back to a 1950's pro hockey player. Relaxed, self-assured, bright, respectful and tough as nails.

[@donaldleider7382]

Incredibly well spoken young man who looks like he’s chiseled out of granite!

[@Hillywillbilly]

Love how these guys have the upmost respect for eachother. Hockey players are so tough

[@LoonieBinLane]

What a beauty. Great post-game, so well spoken. Free beers for him if we ever cross paths.

[@winiar123]

Mr Olivier you are a one hell of a guy! Respect!

[@SamjoHagerty]

That's why hockey players are the classiest of all the team sports athletes. Salute to you Mr. Olivier!

[@JasonMaldonado-mg9xk]

He's still being polite when answering stupid questions

[@stephan11patriots22]

Tough guy on the ice. Classy and humble off of it!

[@dlmac5935]

This guy is a class act. 👏

[@WilliamBonney-gl2qf]

The strategy is to stay alive against someone who's 6'7" He held his own against Rempe and then some.

[@petealvarez1476]

Held his own?? He destroyed him!!

[@WilliamBonney-gl2qf]

@@petealvarez1476 yes...that's why I put "and then some" 👍

[@chriss6457]

@@petealvarez1476 Absolutely destroyed!!

[@DneilB007]

If you’re just trying to stay alive you clinch. Olivier took the kid to school yesterday, my friend. Respect to the kid for earning his bones out there. Based off of Olivier’s comments, it won’t be long until the kid is a bona fide member of the Fraternity.

[@WilliamBonney-gl2qf]

@@DneilB007 True that,word on the street is that he got advice from Nic D who just scrapped with Rempe. Olivier got inside the reach and threw major haymakers. Rempe definitely got his clock cleaned yesterday. At this rate,Rempe may end up like Boogaard before long(CTE).