Why was Bobby McMann suspended by the NHL?

Bobby McMann was suspended for one game for high-sticking Tampa Bay Lightning forward Oliver Bjorkstrand in the head.

Is this Bobby McMann's first NHL suspension?

Yes, this is the first time Bobby McMann has been suspended or fined by the NHL's Department of Player Safety.

Which game will Bobby McMann miss for the Maple Leafs?

Bobby McMann will miss the Toronto Maple Leafs' next game on Thursday against the San Jose Sharks.

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Leafs' McMann Suspended For High Stick

10 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Bobby McMann suspended one game for high-sticking.
The infraction occurred during a scrum after a knee-on-knee collision.
This is McMann's first NHL suspension or fine.

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann has been suspended for one game by the NHL's Department of Player Safety. The suspension stems from a high-sticking incident involving Tampa Bay Lightning player Oliver Bjorkstrand during the third period of a recent 2-0 Maple Leafs win. McMann received a match penalty on the play and was ejected from the game.

The infraction happened amid a scrum that also resulted in an injury to teammate Dakota Mermis and a game misconduct for Tampa Bay's Gage Goncalves. This marks a first for McMann, as he has never previously been suspended or fined by the league. Coach Craig Berube expressed his discontent with the call, citing difficulty in seeing the play clearly from the bench.

McMann, who has been performing well recently with a three-game point streak, will be replaced in the lineup against the San Jose Sharks by either Nick Robertson or Matias Maccelli. His absence is a notable change for the Maple Leafs' forward group.