Wild's Scandella suspended 2 games for hit on Islanders' Nelson
Brace Hemmelgarn / USA TODAY Sports
Minnesota Wild defenseman Marco Scandella has been suspended two games for his illegal check to the head of New York Islanders forward Brock Nelson.
The NHL's Department of Player Safety announced the suspension with an explanation Wednesday night.
(Courtesy: NHL.com)
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