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Is a five-game suspension too harsh for calling an opponent a Mennonite in the OHL? Landon Sim's suspension has sparked debate about trash talk, intent, and the evolving sensitivity in hockey. While some argue it’s part of the game, others point out the potential for such language to create a slippery slope towards more harmful slurs. Where should the line be drawn between competitive banter and offensive language? Is the current OHL policy outdated, or are players simply too sensitive? This incident with Sim and Martin, where Martin himself wasn't offended, highlights the complexities. Should player impact be the determining factor in disciplinary action, or should the league maintain a zero-tolerance policy for certain words regardless of context? What do you think? Are we overreacting, or does this incident point to a larger issue within hockey culture? Share your thoughts. I predict we'll see a revision of the OHL's language policy soon, but what changes would you propose?