The NHL has suspended Bruins forward Shawn Thornton 15 games for his attack on Penguins defenseman Brooks Orpik last Saturday, according to TSN's Darren Dreger.
Thornton gets 15 games. #TSN
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) December 14, 2013
Thornton has already missed three games awaiting the league's decision.
15 games for Thornton would take him out through the game against the Kings on Jan. 9.
— Amalie Benjamin (@AmalieBenjamin) December 14, 2013