David Backes suspended for 3 games

David Backes

Today the NHL announced that Bruins forward David Backes was suspended for 3 games without pay for his late high hit (interference) on Red Wings forward Frans Nielsen, where he made head contact. You can watch the NHL's video down below which explains why Backes was suspended.

This season, Backes has played in 47 games, has 11 goals and 16 assists for 27 points.