Olli Jokinen was suspended three games for cross checking Wojtek Wolski in the face last night during the third period of the Flames 3-1 loss to the Phoenix Coyotes.
He is able to return to action next Wednesday against the New Jersey Devils.
This is kind of expected given how harsh the crosscheck was. I thought is was a little too much, and maybe 1-2 games was more appropriate. Having said that, it was an extremely dumb penalty to take and pretty much sank the Flames chances last night. Olli isn't making it easier for himself or the Flames by doing that.
What does this mean for the team? Well it will allow someone (Backlund hopefully) to get a chance for more ice time get a chance to produce on a more consistent level.
The Flames are in trouble regardless. This upcoming string of games (Chicago, Detroit, NYR, Devils, Flyers, Pens) could all but sink this team and cue the official rebuilding process.
Times are a changing.
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Source: http://tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=341753
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