What Happened
The NHL Department of Player Safety announced fines for two players following an emotionally charged game between the Ottawa Senators and Florida Panthers on Wednesday, which ended in a 5-1 victory for Ottawa. Florida winger Matthew Tkachuk was handed a $5,000 fine for roughing. Ottawa centre Nick Cousins received a $4,091.49 fine for unsportsmanlike conduct directed at an opponent while sitting on the bench. The disciplinary actions stem from a chaotic third-period melee that broke out after Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark sustained a lower-body strain.
Key Details
- Matthew Tkachuk fined $5,000 for roughing.
- Nick Cousins fined $4,091.49 for unsportsmanlike conduct.
- Linus Ullmark left the game with a lower-body strain.