Breaking: Girard fined for boarding DeBrincat

NHL Player Safety rules in a dangerous play by Girard.

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Published 4 years ago
Breaking: Girard fined for boarding DeBrincat

In case you missed it last night, Chicago Blackhawks star Alex DeBrincat was launched into the boards on a dangerous late hit from Colorado Avalanche defenseman Samuel Girard yesterday evening.

Here’s the hit in question:



Well, the NHL has ruled and Girard will be a few pennies lighter this Holiday season.

Check it out:



Here’s the thing… is it a dangerous play by Girard? Absolutely. Should DeBrincat have been ready for the hit instead of admiring his pass? Absolutely. As with most controversial hits, both players carry some responsibility in this one.