McAvoy suspended one game for actions in Bruins game vs. Blue Jackets

Defenseman disciplined for illegal check to head against Anderson in Game 6

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      McAvoy suspended one game for illegal check to head

      By NHL Public Relations
      @NHLPR

      NEW YORK --Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy has been suspended for one game for an illegal check to the head of Columbus Blue Jackets forward Josh Anderson during Game 6 of the teams' Second Round series in Columbus on Monday, May 6, the National Hockey League's Department of Player Safety announced today.

      The incident occurred at 19:37 of the second period. McAvoy was assessed a minor penalty for illegal check to the head.
      For a full explanation of the decision, complete with video, please click on the following link: https://www.nhl.com/video/t-277440360/c-68135703

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