NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey Devils forward Timo Meier has been suspended without pay for one game for cross-checking Nashville Predators forward Zachary L’Heureux in a game on Monday night.
The NHL’s Department of Player Safety announced the suspension Tuesday.
The incident happened at 12:17 of the third period. Meier was assessed a major penalty and game misconduct for cross-checking.
Under the terms of the CBA, Meier will forfeit $45,833. The money goes to the players’ emergency assistance fund.