Meier Crosschecks L’Heureux in the Face (Suspended 1 game)

[TheBeastCoast]

NHL spinning that wheel. Love to see an explanation how this is literally any different then what Matthews got 2 games for against Dahlin.

 

[Golden_Jet]

NHL spinning that wheel. Love to see an explanation how this is literally any different then what Matthews got 2 games for against Dahlin.

Difference was the force behind the cross check to the face imo.

 

[aylib]

Could be wrong here, but it looked like a lot of the cross check was caught by Lh’s armpit. It does look like he got some in his face, but not to the extent that he sold it.

 

[Neil Racki]

Difference was the force behind the cross check to the face imo.

Re watching the matthews-Dahlin ... Dahlin started to disengage w Matthews and was turned to the side

DoPES got it right both times imo ...

 

[All Mod Cons]

Seems about right. Same as Matthews and then add the extra game.

 

[LuGBuG]

I don’t think anyone thinks .73 ppg is close to ppg. I’d say needs to start with a .9x to be considered close, but has some promise.

Yeah you are right I was generous with the AHL PPG stat. Either way the point still stands. Kid has plenty of skill.

 

[Devilsfan118]

It's a penalty for sure, but not a major/game misconduct/probable suspension-worthy one. Not even close. Possibly a worse call than Quinn Hughes getting tossed a few nights back.

.... Okay Timo did knock some teeth out, I think it's slightly worse than the hughes debacle lol

 

[Golden_Jet]

.... Okay Timo did knock some teeth out, I think it's slightly worse than the hughes debacle lol

Ya teeth probably worse than a few stitches

 

[TBF1972]

Dirtbag play by a dirtbag player. Enjoy your suspension.

from the #1 rempe fan

you are definitely a class act.

 

[Nogatco Rd]

I was told the NHL was setting the standard at 2 games when Matthews did the exact same thing ?

no one cares, save it for the toronto board

 

[Xirik]

Worth it.

agreed. Every team in the league should be sending a thank you card to Meier for teaching him a lesson before the kid does something even more stupid.

 

[Golden_Jet]

agreed. Every team in the league should be sending a thank you card to Meier for teaching him a lesson before the kid does something even more stupid.

Punch him in the head, then you don’t get suspended.

 

[Leafidelity]

no one cares, save it for the toronto board

Its a good thing I don't care about your opinion then

Last I checked this is the general forum, now run along.

 

[Xirik]

Punch him in the head, then you don’t get suspended.

1. sucker punching can lead to a suspension

2. Meier's hands are to valueable, The stick can be replaced if it breaks.

 

[Golden_Jet]

1. sucker punching can lead to a suspension

2. Meier's hands are to valueable, The stick can be replaced if it breaks.

You don’t sucker punch him, you challenge him to fight or turtle.

 

[goonybird]

agreed. Every team in the league should be sending a thank you card to Meier for teaching him a lesson before the kid does something even more stupid.

The guy is a literal psychopath, he's going to learn nothing

 

[Based Anime Fan]

At least we know the Devils aren't bitches this season and are willing to fight, hit, and get dirty when needed.

 

[VaporTrail]

Only 1 game? If I was that player that got cc in the face I'd be looking to do the same thing back a Meier...

 

[Stephen]

Matthews got 2 games. Will be interesting to see how Georgie Boy handles this.

Will be interested to see if he comes up with a video explanation.

 

[Stephen]

Only 1 game? If I was that player that got cc in the face I'd be looking to do the same thing back a Meier...

Offsetting lenient suspensions.

 

[JPT]

The guy is a literal psychopath, he's going to learn nothing

Lol calm down. Jfc

 

[Armourboy]

The guy is a literal psychopath, he's going to learn nothing

No he isn't and last season in the AHL pretty much proves he does learn from his mistakes. He was suspended twice last season but both were fairly early. After that he settled down and did well.

Now he is in the NHL and he will learn where the boundaries are there too. He's going to drive other players nuts, but if he can figure it all out he will be one of those guys other fans can't stand but would be perfectly happy on their team.

 

[Whaddagoal]

I wanna know why Ross Colton only received a fine last year when he crosschecked Meier right in the face, just as recklessly. Same intent. Even worse because Colton has already boarded Luke and came and cross checked Meier on the face as he was skating away.

Avalanche forward Ross Colton fined $5K for cross-checking Devils' Meier

The fine stems from Colton's cross-check to the face of New Jersey Devils forward Timo Meier on Tuesday night.

www.sportsnet.ca

I guess not enough blood spilled... Or some other bias.

NHL DoPS has so many chances to be consistent, and yet, they never choose to, it's no wonder fans always cynical.

 

[Honour Over Glory]

I think the 5 minute major miiiight have been a bit much, but in the end, they both got what they deserved. So all's well.

Cross check to the face should be a game misconduct. Suspension is justified.

 

[scoopscj]

I agree with this punishment. He should have kept his cool and done some 2 minute cross checking later on in the end part of the game.

Having said that, I do think the 5 minute penalty kill brought this team together even more than before. They rallied to support Timo . The players, not the coach, really appreciated him getting chippy and sticking up for the team. As a long time fan, this 5 minute major penalty kill was electric. You could see the team respond with energy. The fans knew it too and were ignited with passion. It was something to behold. When a team makes a jump to something more, there are often events in the season what you can look back on, and say, "This was a turning point." This just might very well be one of those moments. Watching them come together during those 5 minutes gave me chills. This was all about team, and not the individual. I'm so proud of them.