Campbell was highly critizied for his handling of discipline. From his lack of action to his "why'd he suspend for that?" Players, coaches, commmentators, fans, and reporters were all confused by the message.
Down Goes Brown actually had a chart explaining the Campbell system of punishment.
That was made in 2009, so it is not (at least should not) be reflective of the current NHL discipline system.
Needless to say, Campbell's style of discipline and suspensions was a game of chance. I know many think that the suspensions and fines are not consistant from Shanahan, but it is head and shoulders above Campbell. Why certain hits are not subject to extra discipline may remain a mystery in the current system; the thought process for actions getting suspensions is fully explained. In video. So while one may disagree with the reasoning behind certain suspensions, one cannot argue there wasn't thought put into it and a willingness to create a more transparent way of explaining supplimental discipline.
So why would Campbell be called upon to make a discipline call? Because Shanahan is in charge of PLAYER safety.
Watch what happened between Philadelphia Coach Laviolette and Dallas player Ott. Both coaches use the one exit to get back to the dressing rooms and apparently, Ott was in the way.
Yep. Shoved out of the way. Players and coaches from both teams use this walkway all the time. And there are quotes that say this has never happened before. On ice officials made the Flyers leave out the Zamboni tunnel at the end of the 2nd period to avoid another incident.
I have no idea what to expect out of this one. We'll just wait and see. I can't imagine it gets no attention whatsoever. But it is Campbell that would have to make the call.
You might as well ask...
In other suspension news, Rene Bourque is unhappy that he got two games for his hit on Seabrook. Felt it was a little harsh.
He respected Shanahan and the League's decision, but felt the referee played a big part in causing the dangerous situation.
See for yourself in the suspension video.
I don't think the Referee really added a significant element to the hit. I will say that Bourque's actions after being tossed on a game misconduct were very sportsmanlike. He actually snuck into the Blackhawk's lockerroom during the third period to check on Seabrook and offer his apology.
“I went and talked to him during the third period just to make sure he was all right and to say sorry. He accepted my apology now I’ve just got to move on and get ready for Friday night at Vancouver.”
A very classy gesture. And I don't think the hit looked all that bad. Yes, I would say it deserves a suspension since it is a dangerous one from behind that drove the head into the glass, but not two games (especially considering this is his first suspension in seven seasons and there was no long-term injury on the play). The hit should be removed from the game, but considering Lucic got one game for a hit driving the guy's head into the boards coupled with Lucic's repeated warnings and history, I would think Bourque should have only gotten one game as well. The hits themselves were fairly similiar. Not identical, but similar.
If you read the article, Bourque seems like a good guy that made an error.
