Marchand suspended 2 games for spearing Dotchin

Boston Bruins forward Brad Marchand has been suspended two games for spearing Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Jake Dotchin, the league announced Thursday.

The play occurred Tuesday in the Bruins' 4-0 win.

The Bruins have two games remaining this season, against the Ottawa Senators and Washington Capitals. The team has already clinched a playoff berth, meaning Marchand will be eligible to return for Game 1. Boston's playoff opponent is not yet determined.

It's a costly infraction for Marchand, as the two lost games will see him forfeit $109,756.10, according to the NHL.

The suspension marks the second punishment for Marchand this season. He was fined $10,000 in mid-January following a dangerous trip involving Detroit Red Wings defenseman Niklas Kronwall.