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Originally Posted by burnitdown
Why didn't his lawyer appeal the indefinite suspension already then?
And this isn't a court of law where you hire a lawyer to argue a technicality. If a "lawyer" (which I assume you mean the NHLPA) appeals the suspension, the case will just be seen Bettman (if it's less than 6 games) or another mediator who will make a subjective ruling.
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They didn't appeal it because it doesn't cost him any money.
Who do you think the NHLPA uses in their appeals? Hint - it's lawyers.
Player Safety appeals of less than 6 games go to Bettman. Not sure about this one because it's not Player Safety. But Bettman is a lawyer himself, and will follow the rules. Now, if he doesn't, then even a "final" decision of an arbitrator can be challenged by reason of lack of jurisdiction (exceeding authority). Whether the PA would do that for a 6 game or less suspension is doubtful though.