The NHL announced Friday that it had rescinded the match penalty given to Tom Wilson in the third period of Wednesday's 2-1 over Ottawa, Chuck Gormley of CSN Washington reports.

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The NHL's decision doesn't come as much of a shock as the hit on Senators center Curtis Lazar looked much less controversial when given more careful scrutiny. The decision by the NHL also means Wilson will not face a suspension for the incident, and so can continue to be played in deeper fantasy leagues where his particular talents make him a suitable option.