Junior Player Suspended 25 Games for Gruesome Attack on Opposing Player
In breaking news, the WHL has announced they will be suspending a Victoria Royals player for 25 games.
Alex Edwards Suspended 25 Games for Gruesome Hit
The WHL has made an official statement regarding Alex Edwards and has decided to suspend him for 25 games. The lengthy suspension comes as a result of a gruesome hit from behind on Everett Silvertips defenceman Dexter Whittle.
The WHL announced today Victoria Royals forward Alex Edwards has been suspended 25 games.
Victoria Royals forward Alex Edwards has been suspended for 25 games for this hit on Everett Silvertips defenceman Dexter Whittle. Edwards was suspended twice last season and will be eligible to return to the lineup on December 1st.
The Victoria Royals have issued a statement in response to the suspension in full support of the punishment. They also state their hope for a full recovery for Whittle.
The Western Hockey League announced today the suspension of Alex Edwards for 25 games for a check from behind and match penalty, which took place on September 23rd against the Everett Silvertips. The Victoria Royals understand and respect this decision. The entire Royals organization continues to have Dexter Whittle in our thoughts, and we wish him a full recovery.
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