NCHC Suspends Western Michigan Forward Adam Benák for One Game
The National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) has suspended Western Michigan forward Adam Benák for one game for a slash on UND's Cody Croal during a recent game in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The incident occurred as Croal scored an empty-net…
Fargo Valley City, ND, November 10, 2026 — The National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) has issued a one-game suspension to Western Michigan forward Adam Benák. The suspension stems from an incident involving UND player Cody Croal during a recent game played in Grand Forks, North Dakota.
According to reports, the infraction occurred as Croal scored an empty-net goal. Following the play, Benák received a major penalty for his actions. The incident was subsequently reviewed by the NCHC.
As a result of the review, Benák has been suspended for one game. Details regarding the specific date of the game or the exact date the suspension will take effect were not provided in the summary.
The NCHC is the governing body responsible for disciplinary actions within the conference. Major penalties and reviews are standard procedures for assessing player conduct during games.
Story summarized from the original created by Brad Elliott Schlossman on www.inforum.com, see more information here.
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