Hugo Gallet, a French defenseman for KalPa, has received a three-game suspension for an elbowing incident that occurred during a playoff match against HIFK. The incident resulted in Daniel Mäkiaho from HIFK suffering a bloody injury and leaving the game. The league’s disciplinary committee determined that Gallet's actions were reckless and endangered the safety of his opponent, leading to the substantial penalty.

During the match, Gallet was penalized with a 5-minute major and a 20-minute misconduct for his actions, which targeted Mäkiaho's head. After the game, the league announced that Gallet’s temporary suspension would be extended to three games, one of which was already served during the match on Saturday. Mäkiaho’s injury highlights the serious nature of such plays in professional hockey, where head injuries are a significant concern.

This incident underlines the enforcement measures being taken to maintain player safety in the league. Gallet will have the opportunity to return for the final game of the series if the playoff matchup between HIFK and KalPa extends to a decisive fifth game. The decision reflects the league's commitment to punishing dangerous behavior on the ice while also allowing for competitive balance in the playoffs.