Minor Hockey League Bans One of the Last Remaining Old-School Enforcer Indefinitely
Minor League Bans Enforcer Indefinitely
Daniel Amesbury, one of the last remaining old-school enforcer got suspended infedinitely by the League he plays in, the FPHL.
Amesbury is widely known for his aggressive style, which has resulted in numerous suspensions throughout his career. In 2023, he was handed multiple sanctions that added up to 30 games, from January to December.
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Despite still serving his suspension, the league has taken decisive action against him, banning him indefinitely.
"Effective immediately, the FPHL has decided to place Daniel Amesbury on an Indefinite Suspension from the league. He will no longer be allowed to participate in any practices or on ice functions at any capacity with any team in the FPHL. This decision has come after much discussion over the past few weeks with members of our league Board of Governors, attorney's, & FPHL Staff. The leagues dedication to improving player safety comes first and foremost. The FPHL has the right to deny any personnel from participating in FPHL games if its deemed in the best interest of the league."
Navigating the Fine Line Between Physicality and Excessive Violence
Given the physical nature of the game, people often struggle to see the difference between playing a physical game and being too violent.
Some leagues even decided to ban fighting altogether. With the game getting skill-centered, enforcers sometimes struggle to make a name for themselves in other ways than fighting. The FPHL believes that by removing them, they make the game better.
Do you think the FPHL made the right call?
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16 JANVIER | 183 ANSWERS Minor Hockey League Bans One of the Last Remaining Old-School Enforcer Indefinitely Do you think the FPHL made the right call? | ||
| Yes | 77 | 42.1 % |
| No | 106 | 57.9 % |
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