Hockey is widely recognized as one of the most brutal sports with injuries and aggression expected as part of the game. Though not as competitive as the NHL, the USHL is the top junior league in the United States and is still bound to be full of dirty plays. These, however, still come with consequences, which are now being faced by one defenseman in particular.
In a game between Sioux City and Omaha last weekend, Lancers defenseman David Posma caught himself attempting to prevent Musketeers forward Kaden Shahan from closing out the game in the third period. His methods, however, were brutal and unbefitting of any player.
Despite Posma's intentional tripping and three nasty slashes, the goal was still awarded to Shahan regardless, and Posma received a record-breaking suspension of 17 games. With only 24 games left in the season, it is hard to expect Posma to help his team on a path to victory for the foreseeable future.
