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Matt Rempe's suspension fate confirmed by NHL Player Safety
Today, the NHL's Department of Player Safety (DoPS) reviewed a hit delivered by New York Rangers forward Matt Rempe. Following their assessment, the DoPS determined an appropriate punishment.
Rempe has a history of controversial and suspendable plays in his rookie season in the NHL. In the Rangers latest game, he was penalized for interference after a hit on Trevor Van Riemsdyk.Matt Rempe was called for interference on this hit against Trevor Van Riemsdyk
Following the hit, Rempe declined a challenge to fight from Washington Capitals' forward Tom Wilson, who sought to defend his teammate.
Tom Wilson appeared to want to go with Matt Rempe but Rempe passed
After the NHL Department of Player Safety's assessment, it seems Rempe has managed to avoid significant consequences this time.
#NYR Matt Rempe will not face punishment from the @NHLplayersafety for this hit on #AllCaps Trevor Van Riemsdyk
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