NHL’s Wilson Hit: What We Know

NHL player Tom Wilson was involved in a hit that has caused a lot of controversy. Here’s what we know about the incident.

The hit

On Wednesday night, Washington Capitals winger Tom Wilson delivered a brutal check to the head of St. Louis Blues defenseman Robert Bortuzzo. The hit sent Bortuzzo down to the ice and left him visibly shaken up.

Wilson was given a five-minute major penalty for interference and a game misconduct. He will have a hearing with the NHL’s Department of player safety on Thursday to discuss the hit and potential supplemental discipline.

Here’s what we know about the hit and its aftermath:

1. Wilson delivered a crushing check to Bortuzzo’s head.

2. Bortuzzo appeared to be injured on the play, as he was slow to get up and had to be helped off the ice by teammates.

3. Wilson was given a five-minute major penalty for interference and a game misconduct, which means he will automatically be suspended for at least one game.

4. Wilson will have a hearing with the NHL’s Department of Player Safety on Thursday to discuss the hit and potential supplemental discipline.

The injury

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Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson was injured on a play in the first period of Tuesday’s game against the New York Rangers

Here’s what we know about the hit and Wilson’s condition:

The injury:
Wilson was hit in the head by Rangers forward Pavel Buchnevich. He went down to the ice and remained there for several minutes before being helped off by teammates. Buchnevich was given a five-minute major for interference and a game misconduct.

Wilson’s condition:
The Capitals released a statement saying that Wilson had been taken to a local hospital for evaluation and would not return to the game. No further update on his condition has been provided.

The reaction

The NHL’s decision to suspend Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson for 20 games has been met with a mixed reaction. Some people feel that the punishment is too harsh, while others believe that it is not enough.

Many people are calling for a lifetime ban for Wilson, who has been suspended multiple times for illegal hits. Others feel that a 20-game suspension is adequate given the circumstances of the hit.

Some people believe that Wilson is a dirty player and that he deserves to be banned from the NHL. Others feel that he is a talented player who made a mistake and should be given another chance.

What do you think?

The aftermath

The NHL handed out punishments to Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson on Wednesday, following his illegal hit to the head of St. Louis Blues forward Oskar Sundqvist during a Preseason Game

Wilson was suspended 20 games without pay for the hit, which occurred in the first period of Sunday’s game. The punishment is the fourth longest suspension in NHL history for an on-ice incident and the longest ever given to a repeat offender.

Sundqvist was taken to the hospital and diagnosed with a concussion and a neck injury. He is expected to miss at least four weeks of action as a result of the hit.

The NHL also fined Wilson $10000 for the hit.

The investigation

As the NHL begins its investigation into the hit by Capitals forward Tom Wilson on Penguins forward Zach Aston-Reese, here’s what we know so far:

1. The hit occurred in the second period of Wednesday night’s game between the Capitals and the Penguins.
2. Aston-Reese was diagnosed with a concussion and a broken jaw as a result of the hit.
3. Wilson was not penalized on the play.
4. This is not the first time Wilson has been involved in a controversial hit. In September 2017, he was suspended for four preseason games and two regular season games for an illegal check to the head of Blues forward Sammy Blais.

The hearing

NHL’s Wilson Hit: What We Know

The hearing for Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson is scheduled for Wednesday afternoon, sources tell ESPN.

As a result of the hit, St. Louis Blues center Oskar Sundqvist was taken to the hospital and diagnosed with a concussion and amonary contusion, the team said.

The suspension

NHL’s Wilson Hit: What We Know
The suspension of Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson for seven games is the latest development in a controversial hit that left St. Louis Blues forward Oskar Sundqvist with a concussion.

Wilson was given a major penalty for interference and a game misconduct after he hit Sundqvist in the head during the Capitals’ season game against the Blues on Sunday. He was not suspended or fined by the NHL’s Department of Player Safety.

The NHL’s decision to not suspend Wilson sparked outrage from the Blues, who called for Wilson to be banned from the league. The NHL Players’ Association also voiced its support for Wilson, saying he did not deserve to be suspended.

Here’s what we know about the hit and the fallout:

The appeal

NHL’s Wilson has been suspended for 20 games after an illegal check to the head of St. Louis Blues’Oshie during a game on October 27th.

The NHL announced on Tuesday that it had upheld Tom Wilson’s 20-game suspension for an illegal check to the head of St. Louis Blues forward Oshie during a game on October 27.

The decision came after an appeal by Wilson, who was banned for the remainder of the preseason and the first 17 regular-season games. He will be eligible to return to the Washington Capitals’ lineup on Nov. 21 against the New York Islanders

“I thought the hearing went well,” Wilson said Tuesday night. “I was happy with how I presented my case, and obviously you don’t agree with the findings, but you respect the process.”

Here’s what you need to know about the appeal and what comes next for Wilson:

What was the basis of Wilson’s appeal?
Wilson argued that he did not intend to injure Oshie and that he should not be punished as harshly as if he had deliberately tried to hurt him. He also contended that his past history of suspensions should not be considered when determining his punishment for this hit.

What did the NHL say in its decision?
The league said it “took into consideration” Wilson’s argument that he did not mean to injure Oshie, but it disagreed with his claim that his past record should not be considered. The NHL also noted that Oshie suffered a concussion as a result of the hit.
While acknowledging that “Players are responsible for their stick and body positioning,”the league said that “in this particular case, we find Mr

The reaction to the suspension

The NHL’s decision to suspend Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson for 20 games has been met with a variety of reactions. Some think the punishment is too harsh, while others believe it is not severe enough.

Many people are upset that Wilson was only suspended for 20 games, especially given that he has been suspended multiple times in the past for dangerous hits. However, others believe that the suspension is fair given the severity of the hit and Wilson’s history.

Some people are also concerned about the message that this suspension sends to other players. They worry that it will encourage players to be more reckless on the ice, knowing that they could face a lengthy suspension if they injure another player.

What do you think about the NHL’s decision to suspend Tom Wilson for 20 games? Do you think the punishment is too harsh, too lenient, or just right?

The aftermath of the appeal

The NHL’s decision to suspend Caps’ forward Tom Wilson for 20 games came as a shock to many, given that the league had initially only suspended him for four games.

The appeal of Wilson’s suspension was heard by an independent arbitrator, who upheld the league’s decision.

So what does this all mean? Here’s a breakdown of the case and its implications.