Macklin Celebrini, a player for Canada, was ejected from a pre-WorldJuniors game for a dangerous hit on Leo Braillard from Switzerland. There was speculation about a possible suspension, but the IIHF ruled no further discipline. The incident occurred during a game where Canada defeated Switzerland. The hit was scrutinized for being from behind, and it was anticipated that Celebrini might have to sit out a game or two. However, the IIHF Disciplinary Panel decided against supplementary discipline for Celebrini. The game also saw Matt Savoie scoring for Canada on a power-play.
Matt Savoie shows off his quick hands and converts on Canada's power-play! #WorldJuniors https://t.co/poqSewQtFp
🇨🇦 Macklin Celebrini will NOT be suspended for that boarding major on Friday 👇 https://t.co/0tHk4yRrKS
No further discipline for Macklin Celebrini. https://t.co/5GB9LFjs0s
The IIHF Disciplinary Panel has ruled that there will be no further supplementary discipline implemented against @hockeycanada's Macklin Celebrini. #WorldJuniors https://t.co/NNA0aYXHwg
Canada's Macklin Celebrini risks suspension after being ejected from pre-tournament game for dangerous hit vs. Switzerland. Details: https://t.co/OEQZombWAb
Canada cruised past Switzerland in a pre #WorldJuniors clash, but the win was overshadowed by a Macklin Celebrini ejection after he hit Leo Braillard into the boards from behind. @TSNBobMcKenzie breaks down Celebrini's dangerous hit and the win for Canada: https://t.co/JhhdBPuhbR https://t.co/MMKqi1X4ZS
Here’s the Macklin Celebrini hit. The IIHF is strict on these types of plays. Would guess he has to sit a game or two to start the tournament. https://t.co/w3Mr6AeEIf