Gaudreau, Muzzin hit with diving fines
Eric Bolte / USA Today Sports
Calgary Flames forward Johnny Gaudreau and Los Angeles Kings defenseman Jake Muzzin have each been fined $2,000 for diving/embellishment, the NHL announced Friday.
Here's Gaudreau's transgression, his second of the season:
And Muzzin's, also his second:
Both players had previously been issued warnings, and a third offense will cost them $3,000.
Here's how fines are assessed:
| Citation # | Player Fine(s) | Head Coach Fine(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warning | N/A |
| 2 | $2000 | N/A |
| 3 | $3000 | N/A |
| 4 | $4000 | N/A |
| 5 | $5000 | $2000 |
| 6 | $5000 | $3000 |
| 7 | $5000 | $4000 |
| 8 | $5000 | $5000 |
(Videos courtesy: NHL.com)