Lightning's Sabourin Fined $2,018.23 for Slashing Niko Mikkola

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Scott Sabourin has been fined $2,018.23, the maximum allowable under the CBA, for slashing Florida’s Niko Mikkola. The incident took place during a contentious 'Battle of Florida' game where the Lightning secured a 4-2 victory over the Panthers. Despite the numerous penalties and altercations, which saw the Lightning handed 85 penalty minutes, the NHL Department of Player Safety opted against issuing any suspensions.