The American Hockey League's Player Safety Committee has suspended Grand Rapids Griffins forward Austin Watson for one game following a cross-checking incident. The suspension stems from an event at the end of a game against Iowa on November 28. Watson will miss the Griffins' matchup against Iowa on November 30.
In a decision announced on November 29, the AHL's Player Safety Committee imposed a one-game suspension on Austin Watson of the Grand Rapids Griffins. The penalty arises from a cross-checking incident that occurred at the conclusion of the Griffins' game versus Iowa on November 28.
This disciplinary action means Watson will sit out Grand Rapids' next contest against Iowa, scheduled for Sunday, November 30. The AHL emphasizes player safety in such rulings, though specific details of the incident beyond the cross-checking were not elaborated in the announcement.
The Griffins, based in the American Hockey League, continue their season amid various roster adjustments and on-ice developments. This suspension highlights the league's commitment to maintaining discipline, particularly in heated moments at the end of games.