Player forfeits $160,000 in salary following major punishment by the NHL
In a recent game between the New York Islanders and the Montreal Canadiens, Brendan Gallagher got kicked out for a dangerous elbow incident involving Islanders defender Adam Pelech.
The decision is out, and Gallagher is hit with a hefty five-game suspension, costing him nearly $170,000 in salary.
The announcement came on Twitter:
"Brendan Gallagher has been suspended five games for an illegal check to the head of Adam Pelech by @NHLPlayerSafety. Gallagher will forfeit nearly $170,000 in salary."
This decision, tied to an illegal head hit, is more severe than expected, sending a strong message that even first-time offenders will face serious consequences for such actions.
As seen on Bruinsinsider
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JANVIER 26 | 112 ANSWERS Player forfeits $160,000 in salary following major punishment by the NHL Do you think a 5 game suspension is fair for this? | ||
| Yes | 63 | 56.3 % |
| No | 49 | 43.8 % |
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