In a pivotal Game Three of the Western Conference Finals on Tuesday, Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn found himself at the center of controversy after a cross-check on Vegas Golden Knights' star player Mark Stone.The incident has left NHL fans divided, with many calling out Benn for his actions during the game.Hockey Daily 365 l NHL Highlights@HockeyDaily365Jamie Benn cross-checks Mark Stone up high while Stone was down on the ice#TexasHockey | #VegasBorn13210Jamie Benn cross-checks Mark Stone up high while Stone was down on the ice#TexasHockey | #VegasBorn https://t.co/0m4vefDLltBenn's forceful hit on Stone followed by the attempt to cross-check his head drew the attention of officials, leading to game misconduct and a major penalty for the Stars' captain.The consequences of his ejection were immediate, as the Golden Knights capitalized on the power play opportunity, extending their lead in the game. NHL fans took to Twitter to express their frustration over the incident involving Jamie Benn.One fan said:"jamie benn is a straight up BITCH!"Here are the top reactions on Twitter:Pete Blackburn@PeteBlackburnAbsolutely moronic shit by Jamie Benn2365109Absolutely moronic shit by Jamie Benn https://t.co/tT4BoZF32BD@txforeverAm I being dramatic or is this evening from Jamie Benn possibly a defining moment in his Dallas Stars career? To compound your mistake on the ice by not taking accountability with the media as the literal captain of the team is so bad there’s actually no words. #TexasHockey17917Am I being dramatic or is this evening from Jamie Benn possibly a defining moment in his Dallas Stars career? To compound your mistake on the ice by not taking accountability with the media as the literal captain of the team is so bad there’s actually no words. #TexasHockeyalyssa@alyssaturnzJamie Benn deserves an additional 5 minute for his horrendous tape job31317Jamie Benn deserves an additional 5 minute for his horrendous tape job https://t.co/UOacUKdQ01Josh Hyman@joshhymanNHLjamie benn’s ex girlfriends are furious seeing him finally go down on someone 429jamie benn’s ex girlfriends are furious seeing him finally go down on someone https://t.co/CNB0odJgEmD@txforeverMan I’m actually hurt by Jamie Benn tonight. That feels like a total disrespect to the city that’s been home for him and that’s loved him through thick and thin and defended him to every other fan base. What a total slap in the face. #TexasHockey12615Man I’m actually hurt by Jamie Benn tonight. That feels like a total disrespect to the city that’s been home for him and that’s loved him through thick and thin and defended him to every other fan base. What a total slap in the face. #TexasHockeyash 🦦@888ashesturning my jamie benn funko pop around to face my wall bc i can’t deal w his shit rn1turning my jamie benn funko pop around to face my wall bc i can’t deal w his shit rnRudy 🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀🐀@Just_C0wTo be fair, Jamie Benn has a C on his jersey for being a Coward. Not a Captain. So it fits.1To be fair, Jamie Benn has a C on his jersey for being a Coward. Not a Captain. So it fits.😶‍🌫️@_sevenohtwojamie benn is a straight up BITCH! twitter.com/sportsnet/stat…Sportsnet@SportsnetJamie Benn has been given a 5 minute major for his cross check on Mark Stone.237Jamie Benn has been given a 5 minute major for his cross check on Mark Stone. https://t.co/Ck1uCnnCgJjamie benn is a straight up BITCH! twitter.com/sportsnet/stat…Mario Crespin@sup3r_mario11Jamie Benn is a pussy.2Jamie Benn is a pussy.Cameron Reese@damnmanNamedcamTruly embarrassed to be a Dallas Stars fan. Classless bunch at the stadium. Just as bad as a fuckass Philly sports fan. And also fuck Jamie Benn what a disgrace21Truly embarrassed to be a Dallas Stars fan. Classless bunch at the stadium. Just as bad as a fuckass Philly sports fan. And also fuck Jamie Benn what a disgraceDaniel R. Patterson🌵@DanPattersonUSAIf Jamie Benn isn’t suspended for his cheap shot on Mark Stone, he’ll get beat up by VGK in the next game. #VegasBorn #NHL2If Jamie Benn isn’t suspended for his cheap shot on Mark Stone, he’ll get beat up by VGK in the next game. #VegasBorn #NHLJamie Benn's cross-check on Mark Stone has elicited strong criticism from NHL fans, highlighting the importance of player safety and fair play. The incident has prompted calls for stricter penalties and a reminder of the responsibility captains hold as role models.Golden Knights dominate Game 3, take 3-0 series lead as Jamie Benn's absence looms largeThe Vegas Golden Knights wasted no time asserting their dominance in Game 3 against the Dallas Stars, securing a commanding 4-0 win to take a 3-0 lead in the series.The Knights' offensive prowess was on full display early in the first period. Jonathan Marchessault found the back of the net just 1 minute and 11 seconds into the game, giving his team an early 1-0 lead. Minutes later, Ivan Barbashev capitalized on a powerplay opportunity to extend the Knights' lead.The onslaught continued as William Carrier added to the scoring frenzy, converting an assist from Teddy Blueger with less than two minutes remaining. The Knights headed into the second period with an imposing 3-0 lead. In the second period, Alex Pietrangelo who found the back of the net, assisted by Barbashev, further solidifying the Knights' commanding lead at 4-0.Defensively, the Knights were impenetrable, shutting down the Stars' offensive attempts. Goaltender Adin Hill continued his outstanding performance, earning his fifth consecutive win and delivering a shutout by making an impressive 34 saves.Contributions from Barbashev, who had three points, and Roy, who had two, further exemplified the Knights' depth and skill. With the resounding win, the Knights have firmly positioned themselves as the dominant force in the series.The two teams meet again in Game 4 on Thursday at the American Airlines Center, where the Knights will look to secure a series sweep and clinch their spot in the Stanley Cup Finals.