Predators’ Austin Watson suspended two games for boarding

Nashville Predators left- winger Austin Watson.(Chris O'Meara/AP)

NEW YORK — Nashville Predators forward Austin Watson was suspended for two games without pay by the NHL on Sunday for boarding Colorado Avalanche forward Dominic Toninato.

Watson was assessed a major penalty and game misconduct for boarding during the first period of the Predators’ 5-2 home victory Saturday night.

The suspension will cost Watson $11,828.

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