SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … The American Hockey League today announced the following suspensions:

Tucson Roadrunners forward Nick Merkley has been suspended for two (2) games as a consequence of a high-sticking incident in a game at Stockton on Dec. 9.

Merkley was suspended under the provisions of AHL Rule 28.1 (supplementary discipline). He will miss Tucson’s games tonight (Dec. 12) and Wednesday (Dec. 13) vs. San Jose.

Bridgeport Sound Tigers forward Ross Johnston has been suspended for one (1) game as a consequence his actions in a game at Springfield on Dec. 9.

Johnston was suspended under the provisions of AHL Rule 28.1 (supplementary discipline). He will miss Bridgeport’s game Friday (Dec. 15) at Springfield.