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Joseph McBride

Former NHL star suspended after hitting referee in the head with water bottle

A referee was struck by a water bottle after Swedish Hockey League goaltender Kasimir Kaskisuo lost his cool during a 3-2 defeat.

The former NHL star was furious after their 2-0 lead was wiped out by Swedish side HV71, and took his frustrations out on an official as he launched his water bottle. The bottle hit the referee towards the back of the head, and Kaskisuo instantly received a match penalty and an ejection from the rest of the game.

Following the stunning incident, Kaskisuo picked up a five-game suspension and was fined 23,750 Swedish krona - equivalent to £1900. Kaskisuo quickly apologised after calming down, and feels "embarrassed" about the events that occurred on Thursday night.

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