Connor McDavid Receives Three-Game Suspension

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid has been suspended for three games following a cross-check to Vancouver Canucks forward Conor Garland during a recent game. The incident occurred late in the third period, leading to McDavid's ejection and a five-minute major penalty. This suspension marks McDavid's second in his career, with the first occurring in 2019 for a headshot. The NHL's Department of Player Safety issued the same penalty to Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers for a similar infraction against Evan Bouchard in the same game. The league aims to reinforce player safety by imposing strict penalties, even on its star players. McDavid will miss crucial matches, impacting the Oilers' lineup as they head into a homestand.