DoPs Takes Action Against Devils Forward Tomas Tatar
The Devils won an important game last night, preventing a three-win lead by the Hurricanes.
Their back was against the wall, but they played with passion to beat the Canes and reduce the gap to one win.
However, a dangerous play by Tomas Tatar took the spotlight away from New Jersey's win.
DoPS Takes Action Against Devils Forward Tomas Tatar
In the first period, Tatar violently hit Sebastian Aho with his stick.
Here's how it happened:
Earlier today, the Department of Player Safety announced consequences for Tomas Tatar.
This is the official statement:
"New Jersey's Tomas Tatar has been fined $5,000, the maximum allowable under the CBA, for high-sticking against Carolina's Sebastian Aho."
Do you think Tatar should have been suspended instead of fined?
As seen on Hockey Patrol - DoPS Punishes Tomas Tatar for Illegal Play
POLL |
Do you think Tatar should've been suspended instead of fined? |
Yes | 85 | 56.7 % |
No | 65 | 43.3 % |
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