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NHL fines Steven Stamkos $2,500 for unsportsmanlike conduct
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The NHL has fined Nashville Predators forward Steven Stamkos $2,500 for unsportsmanlike conduct during a game against the Vegas Golden Knights. The incident involved Stamkos jabbing Golden Knights defenseman Jeremy Lauzon with his stick from the bench. The fine was announced on January 18, 2026, following the Predators' 7-2 loss on January 17.
New York Islanders forward Bo Horvat has been fined $2,500 by the NHL Department of Player Safety for unsportsmanlike conduct. The penalty stems from an incident involving San Jose Sharks forward William Eklund during a game in San Jose. The fine will support the Players’ Emergency Assistance Fund.
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Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle expressed strong disagreement with the NBA's $100,000 fine against his team for violating the Player Participation Policy during a game against the Utah Jazz. He described the league's investigation as ridiculous, particularly regarding the handling of injured player Aaron Nesmith. The NBA denied Carlisle's account, stating that an independent review was conducted.
Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane has been fined $35,000 by the NBA for unsportsmanlike conduct. The incident occurred during the fourth quarter of the Magic's loss to the New York Knicks on Dec. 7. Bane was assessed a technical foul at the time.
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Malmö Redhawks forward Janne Kuokkanen has been handed a four-game suspension and a fine for an illegal check to the head on Skellefteå's Oliver Okuliar during an SHL match. The incident occurred in the second period, leading to Kuokkanen's match penalty. Okuliar did not finish the game as a precautionary measure.