Flyers' Jones suspended two games

Habsfan84 · 10-29-2007, 04:21 PM

The National Hockey League has suspended Philadelphia Flyers defenceman Randy Jones for two games for his hit on Boston Bruins forward Patrice Bergeron on Saturday.
Bergeron was diagnosed with a broken nose and a concussion after being hammered to the boards face-first by Jones in Boston's 2-1 loss to Philadelphia.
He was released from hospital on Sunday and the Bruins are expected to address his status today.
"While it is my determination that Jones did not intend to injure his opponent, he did deliver a hard check to a player who was in a vulnerable position," said NHL Senior Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations Colin Campbell in a press release. "There have been suggestions by some that this hit was comparable to incidents earlier this season where players received significant game suspensions for blows to the head. These comparisons and suggestions are wrong," Campbell added.

Jones will forfeit $5,614.98 for the suspension. The money goes to the Players' Emergency Assistance Fund.

"Words really can't express the way that I feel right now. I am very apologetic for the hit and what I did," Jones said in a team-issued statement after the game. "It was not intentional. It is something that I have never done before and it is not part of my character. I am extremely sorry.
"I hope he does OK and everything works out for him. I wish him nothing but the best in his recovery."

Habsfan84 · 10-29-2007, 04:24 PM

To me that hit was not that bad.

WingsForDinner · 10-29-2007, 06:46 PM

I'd say that's a fair suspension, given the circumstances.

I agree that the hit itself wasn't horrifically bad, and that it was more of a collection of things congregating to make that hit turn out to be a bad one. Still, it was from behind, and it could have ended a lot worse if Jones was an aggressive player.

At the end of the day, it's one of those things where the NHL feels obligated to take action because of the injury. Not at all dissimilar to the Jordin Tootoo/Stephane Robidas incident, where Tootoo's suspension was primarily based on the resulting concussion to Robidas. Otherwise, there wouldn't have been a suspension. Definitely a double standard, and one that the NHL needs to work on.

fire_bettman · 10-30-2007, 12:05 AM

i agree , it def wasnt on purpose.but i was expecting alot worse so 2 games w/ rory in his place i can deal with.

Habsfan84 · 10-30-2007, 03:16 PM

I'm satrting to think that Phillie will get a reputation for bad hits. i sure hope not. i am going to be cautious when Montreal and Phillie play this thursday.

Who's that now, Downie, Boulerice and now Jones

WingsForDinner · 10-30-2007, 10:31 PM

I wouldn't really count Jones against the Flyers, though. He's not that type of player, and he certainly didn't intend to injure Bergeron, so it's not something I'd count against him or the organization.

You've got a point, though. They are starting to make this into a bit of a habit...

Habsfan84 · 10-31-2007, 01:18 PM

Ya there saying if another situation happens in Phillie they will think about a penalty against the team.

10-29-2007, 04:21 PM	#1 (permalink)
Habsfan84 Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 3,587	Flyers' Jones suspended two games The National Hockey League has suspended Philadelphia Flyers defenceman Randy Jones for two games for his hit on Boston Bruins forward Patrice Bergeron on Saturday. Bergeron was diagnosed with a broken nose and a concussion after being hammered to the boards face-first by Jones in Boston's 2-1 loss to Philadelphia. He was released from hospital on Sunday and the Bruins are expected to address his status today. "While it is my determination that Jones did not intend to injure his opponent, he did deliver a hard check to a player who was in a vulnerable position," said NHL Senior Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations Colin Campbell in a press release. "There have been suggestions by some that this hit was comparable to incidents earlier this season where players received significant game suspensions for blows to the head. These comparisons and suggestions are wrong," Campbell added. Jones will forfeit $5,614.98 for the suspension. The money goes to the Players' Emergency Assistance Fund. "Words really can't express the way that I feel right now. I am very apologetic for the hit and what I did," Jones said in a team-issued statement after the game. "It was not intentional. It is something that I have never done before and it is not part of my character. I am extremely sorry. "I hope he does OK and everything works out for him. I wish him nothing but the best in his recovery." __________________ FanHome Members Remember to Keep Posting on FanHome [where fans connect]. Guests Please RegisterFor Access to a Great Forum

10-29-2007, 04:24 PM	#2 (permalink)
Habsfan84 Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 3,587	To me that hit was not that bad. __________________ FanHome Members Remember to Keep Posting on FanHome [where fans connect]. Guests Please RegisterFor Access to a Great Forum

10-29-2007, 06:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
WingsForDinner Moderator Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 409	I'd say that's a fair suspension, given the circumstances. I agree that the hit itself wasn't horrifically bad, and that it was more of a collection of things congregating to make that hit turn out to be a bad one. Still, it was from behind, and it could have ended a lot worse if Jones was an aggressive player. At the end of the day, it's one of those things where the NHL feels obligated to take action because of the injury. Not at all dissimilar to the Jordin Tootoo/Stephane Robidas incident, where Tootoo's suspension was primarily based on the resulting concussion to Robidas. Otherwise, there wouldn't have been a suspension. Definitely a double standard, and one that the NHL needs to work on. __________________ Bolton Wanderers: 2(w) - 1(d) - 4(l) = 7(pts) Dallas Stars: 0(w) - 0(l) - 1(otl) = 1(pts) ----------------------------------- New To FanHome? Please Register For Your Free Account Today! Be Sure To Read: FanHome Community Standards Moderating: Football / Futbol / Soccer, NHL General, and NHL Pacific Division

10-30-2007, 03:16 PM	#5 (permalink)
Habsfan84 Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 3,587	I'm satrting to think that Phillie will get a reputation for bad hits. i sure hope not. i am going to be cautious when Montreal and Phillie play this thursday. Who's that now, Downie, Boulerice and now Jones __________________ FanHome Members Remember to Keep Posting on FanHome [where fans connect]. Guests Please RegisterFor Access to a Great Forum

10-30-2007, 10:31 PM	#6 (permalink)
WingsForDinner Moderator Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 409	I wouldn't really count Jones against the Flyers, though. He's not that type of player, and he certainly didn't intend to injure Bergeron, so it's not something I'd count against him or the organization. You've got a point, though. They are starting to make this into a bit of a habit... __________________ Bolton Wanderers: 2(w) - 1(d) - 4(l) = 7(pts) Dallas Stars: 0(w) - 0(l) - 1(otl) = 1(pts) ----------------------------------- New To FanHome? Please Register For Your Free Account Today! Be Sure To Read: FanHome Community Standards Moderating: Football / Futbol / Soccer, NHL General, and NHL Pacific Division

10-30-2007, 12:05 AM	#4 (permalink)
fire_bettman Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: south jersey Posts: 400	i agree , it def wasnt on purpose.but i was expecting alot worse so 2 games w/ rory in his place i can deal with.

10-31-2007, 01:18 PM	#7 (permalink)
Habsfan84 Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 3,587	Ya there saying if another situation happens in Phillie they will think about a penalty against the team. __________________ FanHome Members Remember to Keep Posting on FanHome [where fans connect]. Guests Please RegisterFor Access to a Great Forum