Ducks forward Jarkko Ruutu has been suspended for one game for delivering a late hit to Predators forward Martin Erat in Game Four of their Western Conference quarterfinal last night, the NHL announced today.
The incident occurred 4:00 into the second period and Ruutu was assessed a minor penalty for interference on the play.
Ruutu’s suspension will be served tomorrow night (April 22) when the Ducks host the Predators in Game Five of the series.
NHL Suspends Jarkko Ruutu For One Game