Lightning's Curtis Douglas fined after explosive NHL fight with Panthers' Mikkola
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Curtis Douglas has received a fine for his role in an epic on-ice fight. The incident took place during an mlb game against the Florida Panthers in Tampa. Officials penalised him under NHL rules for being the aggressor.
The altercation happened at 6:33 of the third period in Game No. 904 on Thursday, February 5. Douglas clashed with Panthers defenseman Niko Mikkola, leading to disciplinary action.
Douglas was given a major penalty for fighting and a game misconduct under Rule 46.2. The league later fined him $2,018.23 for his actions. The money will support the Players' Emergency Assistance Fund.
The 2020/21 NHL season was shortened to 56 games per team due to COVID-19 restrictions. However, no prior notable incidents between Douglas and Mikkola have been recorded in public reports.
The fine reinforces the NHL's stance on fighting and player conduct. Douglas's penalty follows league protocols for on-ice aggression. The funds collected will assist players facing emergencies through the designated fund.
