NHLPA and NHL statement on Nazem Kadri suspension
The NHLPA and NHL have announced that Colorado Avalanche forward Nazem Kadri’s 8‑game suspension has been upheld by Arbitrator Shyam Das.
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NEW YORK/TORONTO (June 8, 2021) – The National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players’ Association announced today that Colorado Avalanche forward Nazem Kadri’s eight-game suspension for an illegal check to the head of St. Louis Blues defenseman Justin Faulk has been upheld by Arbitrator Shyam Das.
Pursuant to this ruling, Game 6 of Colorado’s Second Round series against the Vegas Golden Knights will mark the last game of Kadri’s eight-game suspension after which he will be eligible to return.