Jesse Winchester suspension: 3 games for elbowing Chris Kelly

The incident occurred early in the first period of Florida’s 4-1 loss. Winchester was not penalized for the hit and Kelly was able to return to the game.

Here is the play, as well as Brendan Shanahan’s explanation.

As a result of the suspension he will lose $9,230.76 in salary.

In 16 games this season Winchester has scored four goals -- including Florida’s only goal on Thursday -- and recorded three assists in 16 games.

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