Day: October 3, 2018

Capitals’ Wilson Suspended 20 Games for Illegal Check to the Head

Posted by Josh Smith | Oct 3, 2018 | News, NHL, Player Safety

Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson has been suspended 20 games for an illegal check to the head of St. Louis Blues winger Oskar Sundqvist.

Northern Ontario Hockey Association Toughens Up on Official Abuse by Fans

Posted by Josh Smith | Oct 3, 2018 | Ref Reading

Every referee has had to deal with shouts from frustrated parents. One organization in Ontario is...

Tonight’s NHL Referees and Linesmen – 10/3/18

Posted by Josh Smith | Oct 3, 2018 | Tonight's Officials: NHL

The NHL Referees and Linesmen for opening night of the 2018-19 National Hockey League season: Leafs/Habs, Caps/Bruins, Canucks/Flames, and Sharks/Ducks

NHL Rule Changes for 2018-19

Posted by Josh Smith | Oct 3, 2018 | News, NHL, Rules

The NHL Rulebook has been updated for 2018-19 with minor changes, including new requirements for goalie gear and a clarification on empty net awarded goals