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Post by 4th Line Productions on Apr 16, 2009 9:07:03 GMT -5
The NHL handed Philadelphia Flyers tough guy Daniel Carcillo a one-game suspension for his role in an incident in the waning moments of Game 1 of the Flyers first round playoff series with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Carcillo appeared to deliver a butt-end to the face of Pens' forward Maxime Talbot as time expired in Pittsburgh's 4-1 victory in the series opener. No penalty was given at the time of the incident, however the league reviewed the play and held a hearing with Carcillo earlier Thursday afternoon.
Prior to the start of the playoffs, the NHL told all coaches and general managers there was to be "no message sending" late in games where the score had been decided. Carcillo's presence on the ice at that stage of the contest combined with the contact with Talbot could be considered "message sending."
Carcillo was suspended for two games while still a member of the Phoenix Coyotes in mid-October for throwing punches from the bench at Chicago Blackhawks' Ben Eager.
The Flyers acquired Carcillo from the Coyotes for Scottie Upshall and a 2nd round selection in 2011 at the NHL's trade deadline.
The 24-year-old had three goals with eleven assists and 254 PIM over his 74 games split between the Flyers and Coyotes this past season
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Post by mike2005rulz on Apr 16, 2009 13:35:25 GMT -5
Stupid move by Carcillo who IMO has really struggled since going to philly.
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Post by 4th Line Productions on Apr 16, 2009 17:50:41 GMT -5
It sucks. Without Cote the Flyers need Carcillo's presence. They need to play tough against Crosby and Malkin if they have any chance. I like both these teams, but what I'm most excited about is seeing a great Smash Mouth series.
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