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New York Islanders defenseman Adam Pelech (3) lays on the ice after being hit by New Jersey Devils center Paul Cotter (47) in the second period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, April 13, 2025, in Newark, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
(ASSOCIATED PRESS)
NEW YORK (AP) — New Jersey Devils forward Paul Cotter has been suspended for his team's final two games of the regular season for his illegal check to the head that injured New York Islanders defenseman Adam Pelech.
The NHL’s Department of Player Safety announced the suspension Monday after a disciplinary hearing with him.