Will Mathew Barzal be Suspended for this hit? (You be the Judge)

Igor Burdetskiy June 21, 2021

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New York Islanders forward Mathew Barzal was handed a five-minute major and game misconduct for cross checking Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Jan Rutta in the face at the end of the second period in Game 5.

Mat Barzal received a five-minute major and a game misconduct for this crosscheck on Jan Rutta. pic.twitter.com/GZnvW9I5EH

— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) June 22, 2021

Due to the point of contact will Barzal be facing just a $5000 fine or a potential suspension going into Game 6?

We will know soon enough as NHL Player Safety will review this incident and make the call sometime on Tuesday.

The Lightning skated to an 8-0 victory in Game 5 to take a 3-2 series lead.

The eight goals were the most allowed by the Islanders since an 8-2 loss to the Lightning in Game 1 of the 2020 Eastern Conference final.

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I grew up playing Ball and Roller Hockey day and night somewhat religiously throughout elementary and middle school. The two don't compare though when I lace up the skates and hit the ice. I live and breathe hockey beyond the perspective of "it's just a game" and I will gladly talk hockey for hours with anyone. Hockey is more than just a lifestyle, it's a culture of passionate people who make memories every time the puck is dropped. Hockey has not only helped me get through some of the hardest times in life but has created some of the best memories to date. Want to talk hockey with me? Shoot me an email: iburdetskiy@hookedonhockey.com and let's talk some hockey!