Bettman upholds 15-game suspension for Thornton

[Red Reign]

Very disturbing.....like I said in the other thread should have been much more than 15 games...it was assault...plain and simple..

He casually skated up behind Mr. Orpik and took him down under circumstances in which the latter ‘never had a chance’ to defend himself. Interestingly (and disturbingly), Mr. Thornton testified at the hearing that he knew exactly what he was doing and that he was in complete control of his emotions.â€￾

In fact, in light of all the circumstances relating to the underlying conduct, it is certainly possible to argue for a more severe punishment, but I am comfortable relying on Mr. Shanahan’s judgment.

http://prohockeytalk.nbcsports.com/2013/12/24/bettman-upholds-15-game-suspension-for-thornton/

 

[FCHusker]

Glad Gary upheld.it....