Alexander Ovechkin facing suspension following vicious crosscheck to Edmonton Oilers' face
In a game where the Oilers showed they were better than the Capitals in the first period, things changed as the first period concluded.
The Oilers got a power play chance because of an incident between Alex Ovechkin and Vincent Desharnais.
At the end of the first period, Ovechkin cross-checked Desharnais, causing some tension. Now, there's talk that the NHL Player Safety might check the play, maybe leading to a fine or even a suspension for Ovechkin.
The decision from this review could have a big impact on Ovechkin and the Capitals, making the game more uncertain.
Fans and experts will be waiting to see what the league decides about Ovechkin's actions and what might happen to the star player.
| POLL |
Should Ovechkin receive a fine for this hit? |
| Yes | 363 | 81.2 % |
| No | 84 | 18.8 % |
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