Todd Bertuzzi went on the offense in the defense of his actions in the 2004 on-ice attack against Colorado's Steve Moore, alleging that his then-coach Marc Crawford be held partially responsible for the incident.
Bertuzzi, formerly with the Vancouver Canucks and now with the Ducks, filed what is called a third-party notice in Ontario Superior Court in Canada. He has not sued Crawford, as some reports have suggested. Crawford coaches the Kings.
Bertuzzi received widespread condemnation throughout North America, particularly in Canada, for hitting Moore from behind in that game on March 8, 2004, and effectively ending Moore's playing career. Moore, who suffered a broken neck and a concussion, is suing Bertuzzi for $38 million.
Crawford has not been added as a defendant in the Moore lawsuit, and Moore's lawyer, Tim Danson, could not be reached for comment. Bertuzzi, at the Ducks' morning skate today, declined to comment, referring reporters to his agent.
Bertuzzi says Crawford should share blame (LA Times) 
