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Eager Suspended For Three Games

NEW YORK/TORONTO (March 21, 2009) – Chicago Blackhawks forward Ben Eager has been suspended for three games, without pay, for a blow to the head of an unsuspecting player during NHL Game #1068 against the Edmonton Oilers on March 20, the National Hockey League announced today

The incident occurred at 7:30 of the third period and involved Oilers forward Liam Reddox. No penalty was assessed.

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Nate A's avatar

Hit from behind, even if not directly in the back. Hit high, when it was just as easy to hit the shoulder. Finally, the hit was late and completely unnecessary.

Yup. He earned that suspension.

Posted by Nate A from Dark side of the moon on 03/22/09 at 02:07 AM ET

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