In the midst of this tumult, the team made a significant coaching change, parting ways with head coach Jay Woodcroft and assistant Dave Manson, ushering in Kris Knoblauch.
However, the frustration within the team spilled onto the ice during a game against the New York Islanders, and the NHL player safety committee has taken action.
Leon Draisaitl, feeling the heat, delivered a controversial crosscheck to the back of Islanders center Bo Horvat's legs. The incident, captured and shared on social media, triggered a swift response from fans on The X platform, demanding repercussions for Draisaitl.
Despite no penalty being called during the game, the NHL took action. In response to the contentious crosscheck, the league issued a maximum fine of $5,000 to Leon Draisaitl.
This punishment underscores the NHL's commitment to maintaining player safety and fair play, even in the midst of a turbulent period for the Edmonton Oilers.
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NOVEMBRE 14 | 205 ANSWERS BREAKING: NHL Player Safety Hands Out Major Punishment to Edmonton's Star Player Did Leon Draisaitl get lucky without receiving a suspension for this? | ||
Yes | 134 | 65.4 % |
No | 71 | 34.6 % |
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