New Jersey Devils left wing Miles Wood (44) celebrates with teammates on the bench after scoring against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the third period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018, in Tampa, Fla. The Devils won 4-3. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
February 18, 2018 - 11:21 AM
TORONTO - The NHL suspended forward Miles Wood of the New Jersey Devils for two games Sunday.
Wood was suspended for boarding Tampa Bay forward Vladislav Namestnikov in New Jersey's 4-3 win Saturday night over the Lightning.
Wood received minor penalties for boarding and roughing on the play.
As a result of the suspension, Wood will forfeit US$9,946.24 in salary, which will go to the Players’ Emergency Assistance Fund.
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