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McAvoy Suspended 6 Games for Dangerous Slash
13 May
Summary
- Charlie McAvoy receives a six-game suspension for his actions.
- The incident occurred at the end of Game 6 between the Bruins and Sabres.
- McAvoy's suspension follows an in-person hearing with the Department of Player Safety.
Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy has been suspended for six games during the 2026-27 season. The suspension was issued for a slashing incident involving Buffalo Sabres forward Zach Benson at the conclusion of Game 6.
The incident occurred in the third period after Benson tripped McAvoy. Upon regaining his footing, McAvoy pursued Benson and delivered a two-handed slash. This resulted in McAvoy receiving a five-minute major penalty for slashing and a game misconduct.
McAvoy's suspension was finalized following an in-person hearing with the Department of Player Safety held in New York on Monday. Teammate Nikita Zadorov expressed concern over the play, calling it "dirty" and highlighting the potential for injury to a key player.
