MattDavies published David Ling in shock departure from Nottingham Panthers

David Ling has made a shock exit from Nottingham Panthers, citing family reasons for his departure. The 41-year-old forward had scored 46 points in 34 games in his second spell with the Elite League club and was in sensational form in weekend wins over Braehead Clan and Dundee Stars. However, an emotional Ling said he must reluctantly return home for the good of his family. "There are more important things than hockey sometimes. When you have children and they're missing their dad,...