Travis Konecny might be in some trouble. On Wednesday night, during a small fight with Bryan Rust, the Flyers player seemed to kick.
Kicking is one of the few actions that the NHL takes very seriously. They talk a lot about hits to the head, but kicks always lead to punishments.
The Department of Player Safety will carefully review this situation. Since the game is still happening while I write this, we won’t know the official decision until everything is over.
Travis Konecny could get suspended for his actions against Bryan Rust.
Rust, who is 33 and plays for the Penguins, has been tough to deal with all series long. He has 8 points in his last 10 games and was already causing problems during the regular season.
Konecny knows how to play tough hockey. The 29-year-old has scored 27 goals and has a total of 68 points from 77 games, with a plus-14 rating.
Rick Tocchet’s player might not be able to play in Game 4 if the league decides to punish him.
Philadelphia is up 2-0 in the series, having won both games away from home. This gives Rick Tocchet’s team a strong advantage, which is why the question of suspension is so significant.
Konecny has made 2 assists in two playoff games and has a plus-3 rating. If he misses even one game, it could really change the lineup.
How severe will the league’s punishment be? It all depends on the video. A wild skate looks different from a clear kick, and Player Safety operates in that uncertain area.
The Penguins really need a boost. Their coach, Dan Muse, has been looking for one for two games, and this could be the moment that changes everything.
Is a questionable kick really what Konecny wants to get in trouble for when they’re ahead 2-0 in the series? It’s hard to believe. But the playoffs can make good players act strangely.
Daniel Briere will be talking to the league soon.
That’s the job of the general manager, and things couldn’t be more difficult for Philadelphia right now. They are facing more problems, more doubts, and really no space for another issue to occur.
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