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Kris Letang may face suspension for hit on Marcus Johansson

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Kris Letang delivered a huge hit to Marcus Johansson's head, knocking him out of the game momentarily.

Update: Reports indicate that the NHL’s Department of Player Safety is indeed looking into the hit.
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As thrilling as this Pittsburgh Penguins - Washington Capitals series has been, it seems like every game presents another controversial hit.

Game 3’s most noteworthy entry (so far?) came when Kris Letang was whistled for interference on Marcus Johansson.

Penguins fans griped that Brooks Orpik didn’t get a major penalty for his hit on Olli Maatta ... now Capitals fans likely feel the same about the check Letang delivered.

Watch it in the video above. Also, Stefanie “My Regular Face” has it in GIF form:

Things could get ugly in Game 3:

One factor in a suspension happening - or at least the duration of the suspension - would be what the point of contact was:

Also, lateness of the check:

The Penguins ended the first period up 2-0 against the Capitals, even though Washington played one of its best 20 minutes of the series. Expect more drama.

Update: The Penguins won the game 3-2.

Read reactions to the check here.