Vilmanis Receives Minor Penalty for Elbow on McAvoy, Avoids Further Discipline

Panthers rookie Sandis Vilmanis delivered an elbow to the head of Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy during a recent game. Vilmanis was assessed a two-minute minor penalty for an illegal check to the head on the play. Despite McAvoy later posting a photo of his swollen face from the hit, the NHL Department of Player Safety opted not to issue any supplemental discipline, meaning Vilmanis will face no fine or suspension beyond the initial penalty.