Exceptional players do not require exceptions to the rules, but this was apparently lost on the Edmonton Oilers. Connor McDavid was issued a three-game suspension for cross-checking Vancouver Canucks forward Conor Garland,

The Edmonton Oilers expressed frustration over the NHL’s decision to suspend Connor McDavid for three games following his cross-check to the head of Vancouver Canucks forward Conor Garland, releasing a public statement before Tuesday's game against the Washington Capitals.

Both players are facing potential suspensions after drawing match penalties during the chaotic closing seconds of Saturday's game in Vancouver.