The Blue Jackets will be without a key player tonight thanks to a very dumb decision.
Cross checking is generally frowned upon in hockey. If a ref sees you, you will get a two minute penalty and put your team down a guy.
Cross checking to the back of the head or neck area of a player who has a history of concussions and neck problems is also bad. It will probably get you a call from NHL Player Safety and possibly a fine.
He wasn't much of a factor in the Blue Jackets' 3-1 win over the Blues earlier this month.