Bettman Upholds Antoine Vermette’s Suspension

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Updated: February 27, 2017

According to Chris Johnston of Sportsnet, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman has upheld Antoine Vermette‘s 10 game suspension.

Antoine Vermette’s 10-game suspension has been upheld by NHL commissioner Gary Bettman.

— Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) February 25, 2017

Pieree LeBrun of ESPN.com comfirmed the news that Vermette was going to appeal the suspension.

Antoine Vermette’s appeal hearing is scheduled for Thursday at the NHL’s office in NYC.

— Pierre LeBrun (@Real_ESPNLeBrun) February 21, 2017

Frank Servalli of TSN shared a statement from Antoine Vermette.

Statement from Antoine Vermette, whose 10-game suspension was upheld today: pic.twitter.com/u9Rk30XaS1

— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) February 26, 2017

Vermette the former second round pick of the Owatta Senators in the 2000 NHL draft will now serve the suspension. Vermette is in his first season with the Anaheim Ducks after spending time with the Senators, Columbus Blue Jackets, Phoenix Coyotes, and Chicago Blackhawks.

So far this season Vermette has played in 58 games and has 22 points, 8 goals and 14 assists. He also has a plus minus of -10.

As more information surfaces on the Ducks and their news we will keep you up to date.

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