McAvoy Posts Swollen Face Photo After Elbow Hit, NHL Skips Discipline

Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy was caught by an elbow to the head from Panthers rookie Sandis Vilmanis during a recent game, causing a swollen face. Despite being helped off the ice, McAvoy returned to play. He later posted a photo of his injury alongside video of the hit on social media, expressing apparent dissatisfaction with the NHL's decision not to issue supplemental discipline (no fine or suspension) to Vilmanis, who received only a two-minute minor penalty. McAvoy is set to represent Team USA at the Winter Olympics.