Noel Acciari's suspension fate after dirty hit on Juraj Slafkovsky reportedly confirmed
Following a very controversial hit by Penguins Noel Acciari on Canadiens Juraj Slafkovsky, it appears his suspension fate has officially been made known.
There was recently an incident in which forward Noel Acciari of the Pittsburgh Penguins laid a hit on the Montreal Canadiens' Juraj Slafkovsky that many felt was an over-aggressive play. In an aftermath filled with speculative analysis regarding what the NHL would do to censure such players, Acciari didn't receive any disciplinary action from the league and was allowed to keep playing without consequence.
It was surprising to many, given that most had thought it at least would merit a deeper review from the NHL. Based on the nature of the hit, some speculated that Acciari would be called to speak to the league's disciplinary committee, a practice that has become somewhat routine when the on-ice conduct of a player has come into question. Instead, the NHL determined no further discipline was necessary, and didn't even call a hearing for the Penguins forward.
The league's reaction begged some questions, to outsiders, at least. Some folks can't quite fathom why the play at least didn't deserve a cursory review or phone call to Acciari. The apparent unconcern of the NHL has gotten fans and analysts talking, given just how vocal experts have been since the hit took place. Immediately after the hit, Sportsnet analysts described it as a dangerous and aggressive hit, calling it "dirty" and insinuating it crossed a line.
This decision in Montreal will only further frustrate fans and players alike. The Canadiens have been at the center of many incidences where their players have taken hard, at times borderline-legal hits, with no action from the NHL. Yet many have seen this as a broader pattern of hits against Canadiens players that are not receiving equal levels of scrutiny or consequence and further drive up the tensions in this game.
The NHL's decision not to take any action against Noel Acciari has merely sparked a wave of discussion regarding how the league reviews dangerous plays. It is going to add fuel to the fire for debate about consistency in officiating and what place discipline has in keeping players safe on the ice. Yet to be seen is whether the league will note these growing concerns.
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