Mitchell Wahl (#77) of HC05 Banská Bystrica, time approximately 45:37, was involved in an incident deemed as Elbowing (IIHF Rule 139). The video evidence was sent to the CHL Disciplinary Board, which determined the incident to be worthy of supplementary discipline – Category 1: ‘Careless’ – insufficient attention or thought to avoid harm or error.
According to the Arbitrator and having considered the video evidence and ruling of the CHL Disciplinary Board, player Mitchell Wahl (#77) of HC05 Banská Bystrica will receive supplementary discipline under rule 139 – Elbowing.
From the perspective of the CHL Disciplinary Board, Mitchell Wahl(#77) made contact through an elbow to the head of the opposing player. Due to a rebound, a loose puck enters the corner with two players skating to the area of the puck. The opposing player reaches and chips the puck forward but never had possession or control. Simultaneously, Mitchell Wahl (#77), with no regard for the puck, makes a choice to body check.
The reason for supplementary discipline is, while attempting to make a legal body check, Mitchell Wahl (#77) separated his left arm (top hand) up and elevated his body up and out to make contact. Although it is felt Mitchell Wahl (#77) did not check with an intent to injure, it is important to note that Mitchell Wahl (#77) is responsible to keep body parts tucked and make contact through the use of the shoulder while avoiding the head of opposing player. The opposing player did sustain an apparent injury.
The CHL Sports Board suspends Mitchell Wahl (#77) of HC05 Banská Bystrica for 1 game, effective immediately, and fines him €600.
Key Points:
- Elevation into check
- Left arm separation
- Checked into the head area of opposing player
- Not a repeat offender
Next game Mitchell Blake Wahl (#77) of HC05 Banská Bystrica can play:
07/09/19 HC Banská Bystrica vs. Färjestad Karlstad