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Breaking News: The Verdict on Matt Dumba’s Hit on Joe Pavelski is Finally In

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The Minnesota Wild defeated the Dallas Stars 3-2 in double overtime in game one of their NHL playoff series, but the focus of the game was on the Wild’s Matt Dumba and the Stars’ Joe Pavelski.

Dumba absolutely smoked the veteran in the game with a huge hit. Pavelski was sent to the locker room. The hit was initially classified as a major, but after further review, it was downgraded to a minor.

Following the hit, many wondered if the NHL’s Department of Player Safety would summon Dumba for a hearing that would result in a suspension. That, according to ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski, is not going to happen.

“NHL Player Safety will NOT have a hearing for defenseman Matt Dumba after his hit took center Joe Pavelski out of Game 1 last night,” said Wyshynski.

“Source tells me it was considered ‘close to being late, but within allowable window.’ Dumba was given a roughing minor.”

There is no current word on whether Pavelski will be playing in game two of the series Wednesday.

Igor Burdetskiy

Igor Burdetskiy

Founder, Editor-in-Chief, & CEO at Hooked on Hockey Magazine
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!
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Photo of Igor Burdetskiy Igor Burdetskiy Follow on X April 18, 2023
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