Danault fined $5,000 for actions in Kings game

Forward penalized maximum for dangerous trip on Lightning forward Point

1.19 Danault LAK

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By NHL Public Relations
@PR_NHL

NEW YORK - - Los Angeles Kings forward Phillip Danault has been fined $5,000, the maximum allowable under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, for a dangerous trip against Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brayden Point during NHL Game No. 700 in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Jan. 18, the National Hockey League's Department of Player Safety announced today.

The incident occurred at 9:06 of the second period. Danault was assessed a minor penalty for tripping.
The money goes to the Players' Emergency Assistance Fund.

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