Tyler in Thornhill, Ontario asks…
Should Alexander Ovechkin be suspended for his hit on Brian Campbell?
Answer: Yes
Alexander Ovechkin’s hit on Brian Campbell was a clear attempt to injure. One may make a compelling argument that too many steamboats passed before the Capitals’ forward nailed Campbell. But, the lateness of the check was insignificant.
The problem was the angle of the hit. The Blackhawks’ defenseman was facing the end boards. Ovechkin pushed Campbell into the boards from behind. The Russian sniper appropriately received a match penalty for the vicious hit.
Now, the National Hockey League ought to throw the book at Ovie. His dangerous check warrants at least a five-game suspension.
