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Edmonton Oilers Star Facing Suspension After Dirty Cross-Check
In breaking news, Evander Kane faces a likely suspension following a controversial cross-check delivered during last night's heated matchup.
Kane's Cross-Check Ignites Battle of Alberta
Last night's Battle of Alberta reached a fever pitch as tensions escalated, culminating in Evander Kane's cross-check on Nazem Kadri of the Calgary Flames. The incident occurred away from the play, sending Kadri crashing to the ice.
Witness the moment here.
"Kadri is all smiles after receiving a cross-check from Kane. 🤭"
Given the cross-check's off-ball nature, many speculate it could result in a suspension, akin to Morgan Rielly's case, though likely not as severe since it wasn't directed at the head.
Source: Houseofhockey
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FEVRIER 25 | 516 ANSWERS Edmonton Oilers Star Facing Suspension After Dirty Cross-Check Do you think Evander Kane will be suspended for this? | ||
| Yes | 345 | 66.9 % |
| No | 171 | 33.1 % |
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