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Canadiens' Wideman suspended 1 game for headbutting Bruins' Haula

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Montreal Canadiens defenseman Chris Wideman has been suspended one game for headbutting Boston Bruins forward Erik Haula during Wednesday night's contest, the NHL's Department of Player Safety announced Thursday.

The incident occurred in the middle of a scrum during the third period. Haula entered the fray and grabbed Wideman from behind. In the ensuing scuffle, Wideman thrust his head against Haula's.

The Department of Player Safety ruled that Wideman's contact was intentional and direct.

He received two minor penalties for roughing and unsportsmanlike conduct.

This is the first time that Wideman has been fined or suspended by the league in his 204-game NHL career.

The 32-year-old will forfeit $3,750 in salary as a result of the suspension.

Boston won the contest 5-1.

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