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Boston forward A.J. Greer suspended one game for cross-checking on Mike Hoffman

Mar 24, 2023 | 2:28 PM

NEW YORK — Boston Bruins winger A.J. Greer has been suspended one game for cross-checking Montreal Canadiens forward Mike Hoffman in the face, the NHL’s department of player safety announced Friday.

The incident late in Thursday’s first period occurred prior to a faceoff after the players slashed each other’s sticks.

Greer then proceeded to forcefully cross-check Hoffman up high.

The Bruins forward was assessed a major penalty and game misconduct.