Rangers’ Matt Rempe suspended eight games for hit on Stars’ Miro Heiskanen

Matt Rempe was assessed an eight-game suspension for his between-the-numbers hit on Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen on Friday in Dallas.

A repeat offender in the eyes of the NHL, as a player who has been disciplined within the last 18 months, Rempe’s punishment certainly reflects the league’s initiative to send a message.

This is the second time Rempe has been suspended in his short career.

Rangers forward Matt Rempe has been suspended eight games for his hit on the Star's Miro Heiskanen. — Rangers forward Matt Rempe has been suspended eight games for his hit on the Star’s Miro Heiskanen. AP

The Rangers rookie received a four-game suspension for an elbow to the head of Devils defenseman Jonas Siegenthaler last season on March 11.

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It’s been 23 games, including postseason contests, since that suspension.

That’s just 13 regular-season games between disciplinary hearings.

Rangers forward Matt Rempe was ejected from the game on Friday after his hit. AP

The 6-foot-8 ½ forward has earned four game misconducts in 22 regular-season contests, as well as eight major penalties.

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