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In the final moments of the Battle of Ontario, Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly was ejected for a cross check to Ottawa Senators forward Ridly Greig's head which resulted in the NHL to take action.
Today, the verdict is in.
Morgan Rielly Officially Gets Suspended By The DoPS
According to insider Kevin Weekes, star defenseman Morgan Rielly has been officially suspended for 5 games.
**Breaking News** 🚨 📰
I'm told
@MapleLeafs
Reilly will receive a 5 Game Suspension. #LeafsForever #HockeyX #HockeyTwitter
I'm told
@MapleLeafs
Reilly will receive a 5 Game Suspension. #LeafsForever #HockeyX #HockeyTwitter
The Maple Leafs will face a tough challenge ahead without their best defenseman especially considering they are very thin on the blueline. Toronto will need other players to step up and play big minutes in Rielly's absense.
Do you think this suspension is fair?
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