The Florida Panthers and Boston Bruins have consistently proved to be some of the dirtiest players in the NHL, with their series characterized by numerous fights and scattered brawls. However, one nasty hit from Sam Bennet last night left Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand out of the game for an upper-body injury.
After the game, Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery provided his full commentary on the situation. Upon his review of the hit, Montgomery implied that he believed Bennet intentionally hit Marchand.
However, the clock on his suspension has officially run out. Thus, Sam Bennet will not be held to further disciplinary measures by the NHL Department of Safety.
With Bennet no longer at risk of suspension, it will be full speed ahead for Florida in their game tomorrow evening at Boston's TD Garden. With Marchand likely back on the ice for game four, the Bruins are likely to try giving the Panthers the ultimate payback in their efforts to tie the series.
