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Brad Marchand spears Jake Dotchin in the groin (Video)

By Dave Stevenson

Mar 15, 2017; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand (63) during the second period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 15, 2017; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand (63) during the second period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-USA TODAY Sports /
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Brad Marchand got a five minute major for spearing Jake Dotchin in an extremely unpleasant area. 

Spearing someone is one of the most vile acts a hockey player can do to an opponent. It can cause serious damage and it’s never a good idea. This multiplies if the act occurs below the belt, if you know what I mean.

Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand, who is no stranger to questionable activities, speared Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Jake Dotchin right in the private parts.

Marchand might be charged with murdering Dotchin’s future kids after this one. This is an inexcusable spear by the Bruins forward. There’s no reason for it and it’s not even subtle.

Marchand just says “screw it” and does it. Considering how well acquainted the Department of Player Safety is with him, a suspension is possible. Marchand appropriately got a five minute major and a game misconduct for the penalty.

Hopefully Dotchin is OK. Even if he’s wearing a cup, this has to hurt a lot. Dotchin wasn’t expecting it and Marchand goes up pretty hard into his balls. If the Bruins’ little ball of hate gets suspended, he’ll likely miss some postseason games. Duncan Keith of the Chicago Blackhawks got suspended last season after a somewhat similar hit. However, it’s worth noting his hit was late and aimed at the head.

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Marchand is a very important player for the Bruins, so any suspension is terrible for their chances of winning. He’s one of the NHL’s top scorers with 39 goals and 85 points in 79 games entering Tuesday’s action. However, Marchand might not get a chance to add to those totals.

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