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Video: NHL suspends Canucks’ Edler two games

Vancouver Canucks v Phoenix Coyotes

during the NHL game at Jobing.com Arena on March 21, 2013 in Glendale, Arizona.

Christian Petersen

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Alex Edler has been suspended two games by the NHL for colliding with Phoenix Coyotes goalie Mike Smith during the second period of Thursday’s game.

As per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Edler will forfeit $35,135.14 in salary. That money will go to the Players’ Emergency Assistance Fund.

The incident occurred behind the Coyotes net late in the second period of Thursday’s 2-1 Vancouver win.

Edler was assessed a major penalty for charging and had a hearing over the phone with the NHL Friday afternoon.

“While we agree that Edler has no malicious intent on this play, we believe he does not make any effort to minimize or avoid contact,” stated the video explanation from the NHL’s Department of Player Safety.