Independent arbitrator said he agreed with the decision to ban Wideman but ‘I accomplish not think that Wideman’s behavior was lively by an intent to injure’Drawing the wrath of the NHL, an independent arbitrator chop Dennis Wideman’s suspension in half to 10 games on Friday after concluding the Calgary Flames defenseman did not intend to injure a linesman when he knocked him to the ice during a game last month. Related: The NHL didn't like Dennis Wideman's ugly hit – so it banned him for 20 games Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com