BREAKING: Insider Believes Morgan Rielly Could Pull Off Impossible Suspension Appeal
Today new reports seem to indicate that Morgan Rielly could pull off an impressive feat with his upcoming suspension appeal.
Insider Believes Rielly Could Pull Off Impossible Suspension Appeal
Morgan Rielly has had a chaotic week after being given a five-game suspension for an altercation with Ottawa Senators rookie forward Ridly Grieg.
Since being suspended Rielly has decided to appeal and try for a reduction in his sentenced suspension. A new report from NHL insider Chris Johnston has some believing Rielly might actually succeed in his appeal.
New, for @TheAthletic: Why Morgan Rielly has a chance to become the rare NHL player to have his suspension reduced by appeal.
As Johnston mentions appeals like these are rarely successful but there is a belief around the league Rielly could be different. If Rielly can get his suspension reduced it would be a huge relief for the Maple Leafs who are already thin on defense.
As this story continues to develop we will provide you with the latest updates on the situation.
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FEVRIER 16 | 596 ANSWERS BREAKING: Insider Believes Morgan Rielly Could Pull Off Impossible Suspension Appeal Will Morgan Rielly have his suspension upheld, reduced, or completely taken away? | ||
| Upheld | 244 | 40.9 % |
| Reduced | 284 | 47.7 % |
| Completely taken away | 68 | 11.4 % |
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