Toronto Maple Leafs forward Ryan Reaves has been handed a five-game suspension by the NHL’s Department of Player Safety for a dangerous hit to the head of Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse during Saturday’s game. The suspension comes after a review of Reaves’ head-high check on Nurse, which was deemed "illegal and avoidable" by the NHLPA.

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Ryan Reaves has been suspended for his high and dangerous hit on Darnell Nurse of the Edmonton Oilers. Reaves will serve a five-game suspension for his actions.

Reaves was assessed a match penalty and a game misconduct. He exchanged words with Edmonton captain Connor McDavid before heading down the tunnel.