USHL Defenseman Given Largest Suspension In League History Following Horrific Slashing Incident
The top levels of junior hockey can provide some highly entertaining and spirited contests. However, the players are still kids and that much is clear. Sometimes players make immature actions that you don't typically see in pro hockey. Recently, one USHL player got caught doing a brutal slash which lead to some serious consequences.
USHL Defenseman Given 17-Game Suspension Following Disgusting Slash
Omaha Lancers defenseman David Posma forgot how to play hockey in his last game in a moment that he will likely regret over the next few months. Sioux City Musketeers forward Kaden Shahan had a breakaway with the empty net, surely leading to an empty net goal. However, Posma was just a step behind and he decided to do something that is ill advised. He made repeated, violent slashes on Shahan until the forward relented and fell to the ice.
How David Posma is still allowed to play in the USHL is beyond me. No place in hockey for bullshit like this. Someone needs to stand up to this thug or the league really needs to throw the book at him with a huge suspension this time then maybe he would learn his lesson. #thug
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The league responded with a historic suspension, as they gave Posma 17 games. It is the longest suspension in league history. As the Lancers have just 24 games left in the season, Posma will miss virtually the entire rest of the season.
The USHL has suspended Omaha defenseman David Posma 17 games for slashing Sioux City's Kaden Shahan Friday night.
Posma has played in 10 games for the Lancers after playing 15 games for Niagara during the first half.
Omaha has just 24 games remaining in the regular season.
Posma has played in 10 games for the Lancers after playing 15 games for Niagara during the first half.
Omaha has just 24 games remaining in the regular season.
Posma has been known for his unacceptable on-ice behavior as he has consistently racked up tons of penalty minutes regardless of where he is playing. His career high is 101 penalty minutes although he has 83 in just 10 games in the USHL this season.
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