The NHL wants to avoid a repeat, obviously. However, Bill Daly announced that the NHL has agreed to the Montreal Canadiens' request to place Weber on the long-term injured list.
For now, he meets the conditions, but his condition will be monitored by the NHL. Since the CH received the green light from the league, Weber's salary will no longer count against the salary structure while he rehabs. The organization will also have to submit regular reports on the health of its captain.