Former New York Rangers enforcer facing massive suspension after laying a brutal headshot
Former New York Rangers enforcer is facing a massive suspension after laying a burtal headshot mid-game.
Ryan Reaves, who is known for his physical style of play along with being at the centre of controversy, unfortunately that continues as Reaves laid a high hit on Nurse causing an immediate stoppage of play.
After a very short review, the NHL officials gave the 37-year old enforcer a major and match penalty for the hit.
Reaves catches Nurse high and gets a match penalty courtesy of @Bonsie1951 and @Jim_Ralph.
Any calls that receive a game misconduct instantly get viewed by the
NHL Department of Player Saftey, so without a doubt Reaves will be getting a call from the League.
NHL insider Elliotte Friedman confirmed that Nurse would not return to the game, which will ultimately contribute to the overall decision.
Clearly you know it's bad when Maple Leafs fans think it was a dirty hit along with a Toronto reporter Jesse Blake, who also admitted that Reaves deserves a suspension.
A well deserved suspension for Ryan Reaves is incoming after this ugly hit on Nurse
However, we will only learn Ryan Reaves fate tomorrow so stay tuned to NY Rangers Insider for an update.
Do you think Ryan Reaves will be suspended for this hit in Darnell Nurse? Let us know in the poll down below and stay tuned to NY Rangers Insider for the latest news and updates on the New York Rangers.
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POLL |
NOVEMBRE 16 | 743 ANSWERS Former New York Rangers enforcer facing massive suspension after laying a brutal headshot Do you think Ryan Reaves will be suspended for this hit in Darnell Nurse? |
Yes | 664 | 89.4 % |
No | 79 | 10.6 % |
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