Chicago defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson suspended 2 games for Pominville hit, starting tomorrow vs. Nashville

by Dirk Hoag on Oct 12, 2010 6:50 PM EDT

Per TSN's Bob McKenzie, the NHL came out today with a two-game suspension for Chicago defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson for his boarding of Buffalo's Jason Pominville last night (follow that link for the video). This will keep him out of the lineup for tomorrow night's game with the Predators, as well as Friday at Columbus. The Blackhawks are already missing offensive defenseman Brian Campbell due to injury.

Niklas Hjalmarsson

#4 / Defenseman / Chicago Blackhawks

Height: 6-3

Weight: 205

Born: Jun 06, 1987

	GP	G	A	P	+/-	PIM	PPG	SHG	GWG	GTG	SOG	PCT
2010 - Niklas Hjalmarsson	3	0	0	0	-4	15	0	0	0		2

Of course, the Preds will be shorthanded themselves, as they'll miss #1 goaltender Pekka Rinne and top-line winger Martin Erat. Anders Lindback will make his first NHL start in goal, and Wade Belak will suit up in Erat's place (well, not exactly, Predneck).

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The consequences of the hit deserved at least a game, and he got two. That’s probably the most they could give for recklessness, with intent, prior history and ‘headhunting’ questionable in this case.
The next time around, he’ll be a repeat offender and subject to more.
Its unfortunate for Buffalo and their fans. Pommenville was geared for a great year, playing with the likes of Roy, Ennis and Vanek in the top 6.

by DontfeedtheBelak on Oct 12, 2010 8:23 PM EDT reply actions

punishment fits the crime

and I’ll take hjalmarsson being out for our game tomorrow night. hopefully we can take advantage of that thinned out D.

by Broadwaybully on Oct 12, 2010 9:48 PM EDT reply actions

Suspension

You get 2 games for a blindside hit and 2 games for making a obscene gesture. Wierd. Can someone please explain?

by The One and Only on Oct 13, 2010 7:48 AM EDT reply actions

According to the NHL it is because Wisniewski is a repeat offender. 8 game suspension last year for a hit on Seabrook. Although I have a hard time seeing the relation between the two.

by BradHerman on Oct 13, 2010 8:41 AM EDT up reply actions