Boston Bruins coach Bruce Cassidy criticized Washington Capitols enforcer Tom Wilson after a high hit on Boston's Brandon Carlo resulted in the defenseman being transported to the hospital via ambulance.
"Predatory hit from a player who's done that before," Cassidy said after the 5-1 victory. "Completely unnecessary, dirty,"
Wilson was not penalized on the play, however that does not preclude the NHL from doling out punishment after the fact, especially given Wilson's history as a repeat offender.
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