^ And the league might be a bit more motivated to expedite the process.
This is certainly a unique situation though. I wonder, across all sports how often suspensions are reduced on appeal, though? It seems like making a change to the rule might have a greater impact than the very, very few situations where it might make sense. Also gives the team a bit more room for strategy...we play Edmonton tomorrow night? No need to appeal. We know it's a totally warranted suspension, but we play Chicago tomorrow, and then don't play again for 4 days when we play the Oilers...please appeal, but then go ahead and drop it.
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