Comments on: Ryan Malone won’t be suspended for hit on Chris Campoli; Shanahan explains why

By: thethoughtfuldrinker

thethoughtfuldrinker — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:17:48 +0000

It’s not just that Shanny’s showing discretion when making these calls, but providing thoughtful explanations that let you into the decision making process. I think this shows other leagues two things: 1.) You shouldn’t have the Commissioner in charge of on-surface discipline, but an ex-player who can appreciate the nuance of the game, and 2.) Whenever you make a disciplinary decision, explain it in a way where there’s no ambiguity about why you acted in that particular manner.

By: 1943mrmojorisin1971

1943mrmojorisin1971 — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 01:55:39 +0000

Good to know Shanahan will be holding the player getting hit accountable when it’s clear he was the one responsible for getting popped in the head. Too many times we’ve seen players put themselves in ridiculous situations, get levelled, and the player who hit them gets suspended. Keep your head up boys

By: lesleyvissersfacelift

lesleyvissersfacelift — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:33:16 +0000

Anyone know where I can buy a Department of Player Safety home jersey? I want to put Shanahan’s name and number on the back.

By: lesleyvissersfacelift

lesleyvissersfacelift — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:31:26 +0000

Shanny is undefeated so far this season. Great call.

By: qball59

qball59 — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:17:14 +0000

The NFL could learn a few things from Shanahan with respect to clarity regarding explanations for fines on blows to the head…

By: icelovinbrotha215

icelovinbrotha215 — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 20:48:40 +0000

I agree. Puck handlers need to be held accountable for their own body position. Hockey isn’t meant for you to have your head down with the biscuit on your stick.

By: stakex

stakex — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 19:43:47 +0000

This was the right call. Campoli needs to take responsibility for his own safty on this play, and he clearly didn’t. Good call Sanahan, good call.