Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand has been suspended two games for spearing Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Jake Dotchin, the league announced Thursday.
The play occurred Tuesday in the Bruins' 4-0 win.
The Bruins have two games remaining this season, against the Ottawa Senators and Washington Capitals. The team has already clinched a playoff berth, meaning Marchand will be eligible to return for Game 1. Boston's playoff opponent is not yet determined.
It's a costly infraction for Marchand, as the two lost games will see him forfeit $109,756.10, according to the NHL.
The suspension marks the second punishment for Marchand this season. He was fined $10,000 in mid-January following a dangerous trip involving Detroit Red Wings defenseman Niklas Kronwall.
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