Benn suspended 2 games for cross-checking in Stars game

Forward banned for actions against Stone of Golden Knights in Game 3 of Western Conference Final

Benn suspended two games for cross-checking

By NHL Public Relations
@PR_NHL

NEW YORK --Dallas Stars forward Jamie Benn has been suspended for two games for cross-checking Vegas Golden Knights forward Mark Stone during Game 3 of the Western Conference Final in Dallas on Tuesday, May 23, the National Hockey League's Department of Player Safety announced today.

If the term of the suspension is not fully served during the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs, the remaining games will be served at the beginning of the 2023-24 regular season.

The incident occurred at 1:42 of the first period. Benn was assessed a major penalty and game misconduct for cross-checking.

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