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The NHL Will Do A Full Investigation Into The Austin Watson Matter

07/24/2018 at 6:04pm EDT

NEW YORK (July 24, 2018) – The National Hockey League today released the following statement regarding the developments involving Nashville Predators' forward Austin Watson:

Following today’s events in Nashville, we have notified the Club and the NHLPA that the League will be initiating a full investigation into the matter, pursuant to the procedures set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement, to determine the extent to which League discipline for Mr. Watson’s off-ice conduct may be warranted and/or appropriate.

The Club understands and agrees fully with the League’s view as to the extremely serious nature of the situation and has pledged its full cooperation in the process.

We will refrain from making any further public comments on the matter until our investigation is complete.

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