The NHL is backing up its tough talk about taking action against substance abuse.
And Anaheim’s Shawn Horcoff is paying the price for it.
The league announced Tuesday that the Ducks forward has been suspended for 20 games, without pay, for violating the terms of the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program.
“This morning we were made aware of the situation regarding Shawn Horcoff. The Anaheim Ducks organization fully supports the NHL/NHLPA Performance Enhancing Substances Program,” stated Bob Murray, the Ducks executive vice president and general manager.
“We will also continue to support Shawn as a player and person throughout this process.