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NHL Rescinds Major Penalty on Nathan MacKinnon
13 Mar
Summary
- MacKinnon's major penalty for goalie interference was rescinded.
- Coach Bednar stated MacKinnon was forced into the goalie by a defenseman.
- The rescission prevents a potential automatic suspension for MacKinnon.
Nathan MacKinnon of the Colorado Avalanche recently had a major penalty overturned by the NHL. The penalty, a five-minute major and misconduct for goalie interference, was assessed during a March 10 game against the Edmonton Oilers. MacKinnon collided with Oilers goaltender Connor Ingram, who sustained an injury.
Colorado's Head Coach Jared Bednar contested the call, asserting that MacKinnon was pushed into the goalie by an Oilers defenseman. He argued the penalty should not have been issued, regardless of the goalie's injury.
The NHL's decision to rescind the penalty is important, as it averts a potential automatic suspension for MacKinnon, who is known for his excellent spatial awareness. MacKinnon currently boasts 104 points for the season.
