As Polei tries to make contact with the boards his stick strikes the linesman in the face. The linesman was able to remain in the game, but Polei received a game misconduct for this play. While the contact was clearly unintentional he is responsible for his stick at all times, including when in a fit of rage.
While you would think that one sticking swing would be enough, reportedly as Polei left the ice he broke his stick after a second swing. He then proceeded to throw his stick into the crowd. Expect the AHL to look at this play and for a suspension to follow.
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19 NOVEMBRE | 1 ANSWERS Player hits linesman in the face with his stick after being called for a penalty Should Evan Polei have been ejected? | ||
Yes, it's a reckless unnecessary play | 0 | 0 % |
No, it was an accident | 0 | 0 % |
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