NHL to Conduct Player Safety Hearing for Penguins’ Rust
The NHL Department of Player Safety will conduct a hearing for Pittsburgh Penguins forward Bryan Rust on Tuesday. This hearing stems from an illegal check to the head he delivered to Vancouver Canucks forward Brock Boeser.
NHL Player Safety Hearing Details
The incident occurred during a pivotal moment in the game, precisely at 20:00 of the third period. This took place during the Penguins’ 3-2 victory over the Canucks at Rogers Arena in Vancouver.
Status of Brock Boeser
After the incident, Brock Boeser was placed on injured reserve by the Canucks due to an undisclosed injury on Monday. His status will be closely monitored as the team assesses his recovery.
Potential Consequences for Bryan Rust
Rust received a minor penalty for the illegal check during the game. The NHL’s Department of Player Safety is reviewing the incident and may impose supplemental discipline.
- Hearing Date: Tuesday
- Incident: Illegal check to the head
- Team Involved: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Vancouver Canucks
- Game Outcome: Penguins won 3-2
- Time of Incident: 20:00 in the third period
- Brock Boeser Status: On injured reserve
The Department of Player Safety has the authority to alter the evaluation of the infraction after a thorough review. This hearing will determine if further action is warranted against Rust for this violation.
