Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice has added a unique flair to his media sessions during the playoffs, turning them into impromptu stand-up comedy routines. Maurice didn't disappoint on Monday. He jumped at the opportunity to joke about the mere $5,000 fine Trouba received for his hit on Panthers forward Evan Rodrigues.
To put things into perspective, Trouba is in the sixth year of a seven-year contract with an average annual value and cap hit of $8 million per season. So, a $5,000 fine is indeed a drop in the bucket for him.
Despite his comedic approach, Maurice knew where to draw the line. He refrained from further criticizing the NHL's decision, avoiding any remarks that might lead to his own disciplinary action.
