Blues Player Dismissed for Violation of Controversial NHL Rule
The NHL pre-season unfolds with a unique intensity, a battleground where veterans and emerging talents collide, vying for their respective contracts. This fervor was abundantly evident in the Blues' recent clash.
Veteran's Quest on a PTO
After accruing 13 goals and 26 points over 74 games split between the Arizona Coyotes and the Calgary Flames last season, one veteran is on a Professional Tryout (PTO), endeavoring to secure his place with the St. Louis Blues.
His determination was on full display during the Blues' 3-2 triumph over the Columbus Blue Jackets, where he engaged in a confrontation with Josh Dunne, aiming to solidify his position on the Blues roster.
Controversial Rule
Nick Ritchie unsurprisingly emerged victorious from the tussle but found himself ejected due to a game misconduct, leaving fans in disbelief. This repercussion stemmed from a highly debated and seemingly lenient rule within the NHL's regulation framework.
Ritchie faced expulsion for his jersey not being securely tied down, leading to a game misconduct penalty when he lost his jersey during the skirmish.
While players are ostensibly aware of this rule, its validity and relevance have been a subject of contention, appearing to lack logical grounding for many within the NHL community.
As Read on HockeyOTB - Blues Forward Ejected After Breaking One Of The Softest Rules In Hockey
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