Brandon Manning of the Bakersfield Condors has been suspended by the AHL for using a racial slur during a game against the Ontario Reign Monday. Manning, who is under contract with the Edmonton Oilers, will sit for the next five games for his actions.
Manning, a 29-year-old defenseman, has issued a statement through his team saying "last night I made comments to an opposing player that were stupid and offensive. After the game, I spoke with the opposing player in person, which I'm grateful for. He allowed me to apologize and I took full responsibility for what I said.
"To say I've learned from this situation is an understatement and I promise to be better."
Things got heated near the end of the final period in the game between Bakersfield and Ontario Monday night. It's likely that's when the incident occurred. It's not known at this time exactly what was said or to whom. Ryan Rishaug of TSN indicates it was not the N word.
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Manning has four points in 10 games for the Condors
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