Rangers' Rookie Matt Rempe Suspended for Elbowing Incident
The four-game suspension follows a controversial hit on Devils' Siegenthaler, sparking debate and criticism within the NHL community.
- New York Rangers rookie Matt Rempe has been suspended for four games by the NHL for elbowing New Jersey Devils defenseman Jonas Siegenthaler in the head.
- The incident, which occurred during a game on Monday, has sparked controversy and debate among players and fans.
- Devils defenseman Kurtis MacDermid criticized Rempe for not adhering to the unwritten code of conduct in the NHL, expressing a loss of respect for the rookie.
- Rempe, known for his physical playstyle, has quickly become a divisive figure in the NHL, accumulating 54 penalty minutes in just 10 games.
- The suspension will see Rempe miss upcoming games against key Eastern Conference teams, impacting the Rangers' lineup.