Brandon Manning has been suspended 5 games by the AHL for using a racial slur during a Jan. 20 game Tippett is familiar with Smith’s experience having coached him in two previous stops with the Stars and Coyotes.”Obviously having a camp here has been great because I’m able to focus on the systems and really not have to worry about it in-game,” Coleman said. Apparently there was a racial slur used and subsequently, Manning has apologized to Imama in person and a 5-game suspension has been handed out to the defenseman. … The American Hockey League today announced that Bakersfield Condors defenseman Brandon Manning has been suspended for five (5) games as a consequence of his actions in a game at Ontario on Jan. 20.. Manning was suspended after being assessed a game misconduct under the provisions of AHL Rule 23.9 for use of a racial slur towards an opponent. AHL player Boko Imama destroyed Brandon Manning in a fight after the latter was suspended for hurling a racial slur in his direction. Article content. Manning, a 29-year-old from Prince George, B.C., was assessed a game misconduct and a roughing minor at 5:57 of the second period. In Manning’s case, this violation was the use of a racial slur against Reign winger Bokondji “Boko” Imama, whose parents immigrated to Canada from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The defenceman is currently playing for the Bakersfield Condors. After surgery, that is.Tbh I'm glad he did this. You’re unfamiliar with the coaches, with the system, your teammates – and then all of a sudden, you get four months kind of off.Manning, currently in his second year with the organization, appeared in nine games with the Oilers this season and has played in 10 games for Bakersfield.In all, 29 players acquired on deadline day are on NHL playoff rosters, spread across 17 of 24 teams. Now you’re in the group chats, you’re communicating with everybody. I am very proud to be an African Canadian hockey player and to stand for all other players that are in the same situation as me.”Smith has the edge in rebound control and puck handling abilities. He also added 17 minutes in penalties. (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire) Edmonton Oilers depth defenceman Brandon Manning … The American Hockey League today announced that Bakersfield Condors defenseman Brandon Manning has been suspended for five (5) games as a consequence of his actions in … And then when you come back, it’s almost like: wow, it’s your second year with the team.”The new-look postseason put Arizona in the Edmonton bubble and appearing to be in good shape with both goalies, along with Kessel, able to heal.Being in a bubble should help them keep focus. They’ve had months to study film. A lot of hate is towards him because of the McDavid incident and I get it, but dude owned up and recognized his actions.Enjoy never playing another NHL game, dipshit.Dumbass.