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Matthew Tkachuk suspended for high-sticking Jonathan Quick

November 6, 2022

Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk has been disciplined for high-sticking Los Angeles Kings goaltender Jonathan Quick Saturday night.

https://twitter.com/Sportsnet/status/1589127160765317125

As per NHL Player Safety:

Florida's Matthew Tkachuk has been suspended for two games for High-sticking Los Angeles' Jonathan Quick.

https://twitter.com/NHLPlayerSafety/status/1589371307929444352

Tkachuk, who makes $9.5 million per season will forfeit a total of $102,702.70 in salary over the two games he will miss.

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