WHL Announces Five-Game Suspension for Thunderbirds' McNelly

Published on December 4, 2019 under Western Hockey League (WHL) News Release

Calgary, Alta. - The Western Hockey League announced today that Cade McNelly of the Seattle Thunderbirds has been suspended five games for a cross-check major and game misconduct he received during WHL Regular Season Game #287 in Spokane on Tuesday, December 3.

McNelly's suspension will start Friday, December 6 when Seattle visits Victoria. McNelly will be eligible to return to the lineup for WHL Regular Season Game #344 on Sunday, December 15.

Though there was no injury to the opponent on the play, McNelly is a repeat offender, including being previously suspended for a cross-check major and game misconduct.

Cade McNelly of the Seattle Thunderbirds

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