Breaking News: Downie suspended for Laraque hit!

Colin Campbell announced this morning that the NHL is suspending Steve Downie for 6 games, because he was hit by Georges Laraque.

Campbell said, "After close review of the incident, it is obvious that Steve Downie was asking for it. Just look at the way he was dressed! And his history speaks for itself."

Although some in the league counter that it was actually Laraque's fault, Campbell disagrees: "Look at the way Downie is skating in front of Georges, just begging to be hit. Downie is obviously looking to draw a penalty. Laraque gently nudged him into the boards."

When reached for comment, Laraque said, "He made me do it. I couldn't help myself. I'll cut a bitch if I have to."

What was Downie's reaction to the suspension? "Well, I wasn't really surprised. Since I got up and continued to play, I figured I was somehow to blame. And once I fought in the third, I figured it was all over for me. I was surprised at the length though...I figured I'd get at least 10 games!"

OMFG! No suspension for Downie?

*passes out*


Wait. Huh? Whoa. Did they know it was THE Steve Downie from THE Philadelphia Flyers?

Did they know that it was a totally acceptable (if not douchey) punch?

Wow. Stunned here....

Steve Downie is insane!

I love it! I mean, sure, he shouldn't be punching Jason Blake in the eye, but look at that crazy look on his face as he skates towards the penalty box. Dude is batshit crazy. He's lucky that all he got is 4 minutes!

(a good view of the sucker punch is at the 40 second mark.....really uncalled for)