BREAKING: NHL Player Safety Make A Final Decision On David Pastrnak's Vicious Hit And Ejection
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The National Hockey League has made a final decision regarding the controversial hit that stirred up a significant amount of debate over the weekend.
Pastrnak was ejected from the game against the New York Rangers after his hit injured Rangers defenseman Ryan Lindgren.
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The news was first shared by NHL reporter Arthur Staple who revealed on Sunday that Boston Bruins superstar David Pastrnak would not be facing any additional discipline from the NHL's Department of Player Safety.
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hearing for David Pastrnak after his major and game misconduct for boarding Ryan Lindgren last night, source says. #NYR
Following the game, Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery expressed his dissatisfaction with the call, and his sentiments were echoed by critiques from another NHL player.
While the Bruins are likely to support this ruling, the Rangers may find it less favorable.
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17 DECEMBRE | 188 ANSWERS BREAKING: NHL Player Safety Make A Final Decision On David Pastrnak's Vicious Hit And Ejection What do you think of this ruling? |
Good | 63 | 33.5 % |
Should've got fined | 45 | 23.9 % |
Should've got suspended | 80 | 42.6 % |
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