And Rempe acknowledged another violation could lead to a “huge suspension,” forcing him to confront the daunting challenge of embracing his physicality — the strength that helped him carve out a marginal role in the first place and become a fan favorite after debuting last February — while preventing it from becoming reckless.

While Rempe needs to continue to play a physical brand of hockey, Peter Laviolette talked with the young forward about being careful going forward, especially when it comes to his hits. “I don’t know if he’s trying to do too much,

The 6-9 forward finished serving his eight-game suspension and is eligible to return Thursday against the Devils.