The Ontario Hockey League is investigating the Sudbury Wolves regarding accusations a bounty was placed on an opposing player, according to multiple sources.
During a Sudbury-Barrie game on Jan. 18, Colts defenceman Kashawn Aitcheson delivered a hard, but legal, hit to Wolves forward Nathan Villeneuve. There was no penalty on the play. Aitcheson then fought one of Villeneuve's teammates, Nolan Collins.
The two teams played again three days later, but Barrie did not dress Aitcheson. According to sources, word reached the Colts about the possibility of a bounty being placed on Aitcheson, so the organization made a decision not to play him.
When asked about the alleged bounty, the OHL said it was investigating an incident, but would not comment further as the investigation is ongoing.
Reached for comment, the Colts referred Sportsnet back to the league. Multiple requests for comment to Sudbury were not returned.
The two teams play again Feb. 28 in Sudbury.
