Flames' Brayden Pachal Adjusts Trash Talk for Non-Swearing Mark Scheifele
Hockey is a sport where emotions run high, and so does the language. If you've ever heard a mic’d-up moment in the NHL, you know that most players don’t hold back when it comes to throwing around some colorful language. But not everyone follows that trend—just ask Winnipeg Jets forward Mark Scheifele.
Scheifele is known for his clean-cut image, not just in his playing style but also in the way he speaks on the ice. He’s one of the few players who avoids swearing, which is pretty rare in a league where heated moments usually lead to an explosion of expletives. Now, most players wouldn’t think twice about throwing some choice words his way, whether he swears or not. But Calgary Flames defenseman Brayden Pachal did something you don’t see every day—he actually censored himself while chirping Scheifele.
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This moment was caught in the latest episode of The Chase , the Flames’ behind-the-scenes YouTube series. In the clip, Pachal initially lets an F-bomb slip under his breath, but as soon as he engages with Scheifele, he swaps his usual four-letter words for something a little more... PG-rated. Instead of his go-to profanity, Pachal went with “flips.” Yeah, you heard that right—he actually adjusted his trash talk on the fly out of respect for Scheifele’s no-swearing policy.
That level of restraint is impressive. Think about it—when emotions are running high in a game, it's hard enough to keep your cool, let alone filter your words in the heat of the moment. If you've ever stubbed your toe or been cut off in traffic, you know how hard it is to hold back. But Pachal managed to do it in the middle of a high-intensity hockey game.
It’s the kind of sportsmanship you don’t see every day. In fact, if there were an award for gentlemanly conduct—oh wait, there is! The Lady Byng Trophy is given to the player who best combines skill with sportsmanship, and after this moment, maybe Pachal deserves a nod. After all, how often do you see a player adjust their trash talk out of sheer respect for an opponent?
At the end of the day, it’s a small but meaningful moment that shows how unique the NHL can be. While some players rely on intimidation and harsh words, others—like Pachal—prove that respect still has a place in the game. And you have to wonder—did Scheifele notice? Did he appreciate it? Either way, it’s a great reminder that even in the most intense battles on the ice, there’s still room for a little bit of class.
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