When Mathew Barzal’s stick came knifing down into the foot of Mason Marchment, the optics weren’t great. He’d receive a 5-minute major and match penalty, and it appeared as if George Paros and the Department of Player Safety could come crashing down on the NY Islanders star.
But no significant subsequent discipline came Barzal’s way, as he received only a $5,000 fine earlier today.
Barzal receives a $5k fine
Though Barzal’s absence was notable in the final 38:13 of play in a game in which they were unable to sustain any offense in the third period, Barzal sent a message to the rest of the league that they’re not going to stand for opposing players targeting rookie Matthew Schaefer.