League Announces Punishment For Player Who Nearly Paralyzed Player

Kirill Tankov was hit from behind into the boards; and had to be stretchered off the ice.

Here's a look at the play:

The Aggressor, Artyom Maltsev received a three-game suspension from the VHL.

Tankov is expected to miss the entire season, and the team will release any further updates via their social media.