Charlie McAvoy Claps Back at Gary Bettman
Charlie McAvoy recently took an opportunity to comment on Gary Bettman and the appeal process for his suspension, which ultimately didn't go as he'd hoped.
McAvoy Takes Responsibility for 4-Game Suspension for Hight Hit
Charlie McAvoy was suspended for a high hit on Oliver Ekmund Larsson of the Florida Panthers. The hit was immediately penalized during the play and McAvoy was ejected. McAvoy was given a 4-game suspension the day after the hit occurred.
4 games was a pretty steep punishment for McAvoy, given he hadn't had a suspension since 2019. He decided to appeal the suspension. Gary Bettman ultimately upheld the 4-games.
McAvoy Calls Out Gary Bettman In Comments Regarding His 4-Game Suspension
Today, McAvoy addressed the media about the appeal process and called Gary Bettman out for taking his time to listen. Despite McAvoy believing he brought comparable hits and suspensions to the table, the decision for 4 games was upheld, as Bettman believed the actions were entirely avoidable.
McAvoy went on to say that while he does have a history, there was no injury, so he believed that the suspension should have been 3 games and not 4.
Ultimately, McAvoy doesn't have a choice when it comes to the suspension, however, his explanation does make sense as to why an appeal was sought.
As seen on Bruins Insider - "Charlie McAvoy Releases A Unexpected Statement"
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