The verdict is in for Joe Veleno after his nasty chip at the World Championships
We shared with you a blood-curdling scene yesterday when Joe Veleno intentionally skated on an opponent's ankle during the World Championship.
Far as I'm concerned: Joe Veleno should be done for the Worlds. pic.twitter.com/n5vyzNtqxu- Scott Wheeler (@scottcwheeler) May 20, 2023
This is one of the most dangerous and insane acts we've seen from a Team Canada player and it certainly couldn't go unpunished.
So the IIHF put on their panties and suspended Veleno for five games.
Suspension Announcement: @HockeyCanada's Joe Veleno has been issued a 5-game suspension for violating Official Playing Rule 49 (Kicking).
Read more: https://t.co/Ho102mtoq0 pic.twitter.com/WjaKqQQxZJ- IIHF (@IIHFHockey) May 21, 2023
This is a richly deserved suspension for Joe, who should not do this kind of stupidity again in the future.
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MAI 21 | 53 ANSWERS The verdict is in for Joe Veleno after his nasty chip at the World Championships In your opinion, is the suspension of Joe Veleno fair? | ||
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| No | 10 | 18.9 % |
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