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Originally Posted by Miniac
This was an "in person hearing for hit", meaning it had to be 5+ games. 10 games is deserved.
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Incorrect. Just because the hearing was in person, doesn't mean it had to be for 5+ games. A player has to be offered an in person hearing if the NHL wants to suspend them for five or more games, but after the hearing, they can still elect to go with a reduced amount. This is what happened with Ryan Clowe in February 2013 when he left the bench to fight Chicago, and received an in person hearing and a two game suspension.
The player can choose to waive the in person hearing if they wish, but can still get a 5+ game suspension if the NHL wishes. Duncan Keith did this and received 5 games for his elbow on Daniel Sedin.