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Oilers' Connor McDavid Faces Lilely Punishment Per Analyst After Controversial Hit on Marcus Johansson

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Daniel Lucente
January 16, 2025  (9:55)
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Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid seen elbowing Wild's Marcus Johansson
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In today's news, the NHL's top player, Connor McDavid, is in hot water over a dirty elbow to his opponent's head.

In last night's contest against the Minnesota Wild, Edmonton Oilers phenom Connor McDavid threw an elbow to Marcus Johansson's head, a hit that will likely be looked at by NHL Player Safety.

In this clip, McDavid simply ran his elbow into Johansson's head as he was skating past him well away from the play. No penalty was called on the play.

The contact did appear to be minimal, but Johansson nonetheless left the game with an injury and did not return.

NHL analyst believes Connor McDavid will be fined and suspended

According to 'The Athletic', Oilers analyst Daniel Nugent-Bowman says McDavid could be looking at a $5,000 fine, especially since an injury occurred on the play.

He could also be in line for a one-game suspension, as avoidable head contact that results in injury is a fairly serious offense.

At this moment, some fans in Minnesota are already calling for a suspension, but a fine seems likelier given how light the hit was and considering McDavid's otherwise clean record.

Setting aside the controversial play, McDavid was a powerhouse in Edmonton's win with two goals and an assist, including another highlight-reel moment.

Losing their captain even briefly would be a huge blow to the Oilers, but this could be a chance for NHL Player Safety to make an example out of him.

Update:

NHL insider Frank Seravalli has confirmed there will not be any further discipline on McDavid.

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