Brenden Dillon Suspended for Three Games After Illegal Hit
The NHL takes disciplinary action following the incident that injured Penguins' Noel Acciari.
- Winnipeg Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon has been suspended for three games following an illegal check to the head of Pittsburgh Penguins forward Noel Acciari.
- The incident occurred four minutes into the second period of Tuesday's game, leading to Dillon's ejection and Acciari's departure due to injury.
- This marks Dillon's second career suspension; he previously faced a one-game suspension in 2017 for slashing.
- The NHL's Department of Player Safety emphasized that the head contact was avoidable, criticizing Dillon's choice of angle for the hit.
- Acciari is currently being evaluated, with his health being a major concern for his team.