NHL Player Safety Department Makes A Decision On Matt Barzal's Vicious Stick Swing

Aaron

Nov 5, 2023 (3:11 PM)

Last evening's match between the Islanders and the Hurricanes was a dramatic affair, highlighted by a significant clash between players Mathew Barzal and Tony DeAngelo.

A high stick by Barzal resulted in a major fine.

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The image depicts the high stick incident involving Mathew Barzal and Tony DeAngelo.

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Barzal has incurred a penalty fee of $5,000, imposed by the NHL, for his high stick action against DeAngelo.

The NHL Player Safety Department released a statement confirming the fine:

"NY Islanders' Mathew Barzal has been fined $5,000, the maximum allowable under the CBA, for High-sticking Carolina's Tony DeAngelo."

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Could this be a due to frustration mounting?

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