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Edmonton Oilers forward Evander Kane suspended one game by NHL after check on Colorado Avalanche center Nazem Kadri

EDMONTON, Alberta -- Forward Evander Kane has been suspended one game for boarding Colorado Avalanche center Nazem Kadri in Game 3 of the Western Conference Final on Saturday.

The Edmonton Oilers left wing will miss Game 4 of the series on Monday, when the Avalanche, who hold a 3-0 series lead, can complete a sweep and secure a berth in the Stanley Cup Final.

Kane was assessed a five-minute major for the penalty in Game 3 but was not given a game misconduct for his actions. Kadri left following the hit and would not return.