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NHL must suspend Frank Nazar for egregious hit on Bo Horvat

The NHL has no other choice but to make an example of out Frank Nazar and suspend him for the egregious cheapshot on Islanders captain Bo Horvat.

By Nestor Quixtan · Eyes on Isles

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 7:00 PM

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Writer Nestor Quixtan argues the NHL must suspend Frank Nazar for hitting Bo Horvat.
The incident occurred during the New York Islanders' 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks.
Nazar received a match penalty for a hit to the head and faces a Friday hearing.

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Nestor Quixtan of Eyes On Isles argues that the NHL must suspend Chicago Blackhawks forward Frank Nazar following a hit on New York Islanders captain Bo Horvat. The incident occurred in the closing moments of the Islanders' 4-1 victory on Thursday, immediately after Horvat scored into an empty net.

Nazar was assessed a match penalty for a hit to the head, prompting an NHL hearing on Friday. While the writer believes a suspension is warranted, he notes that Nazar could potentially receive a fine of up to $10,000 as a first-time offender.

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NHL must suspend Frank Nazar for egregious hit on Bo Horvat

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