Overview
- The NHL issued an unpaid 20-game suspension and referred him to the Player Assistance Program for evaluation and possible treatment.
- The league said it will have no further comment on the matter.
- In a statement via the NHLPA, Jones accepted responsibility and apologized to teammates, the organization, and fans.
- Penguins GM Kyle Dubas said Jones informed the team this week, was transparent about the circumstances, and has the club’s support.
- He has been out since late October with a lower-body injury, played one AHL conditioning game in January before an upper-body issue, and the earliest theoretical return is April 2 based on the suspension timeline, according to reports.