Kukla's Korner Hockey

Kukla's Korner Hockey

Alexei Emelin Fined For Illegal Check To The Head

11/29/2014 at 1:50pm EST

NEW YORK (November 29, 2014) – Montreal Canadiens defenseman Alexei Emelin has been fined $11,021.51, the maximum permitted under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, for an illegal check to the head of Buffalo Sabres forward Brian Gionta during NHL Game No. 337 in Buffalo on Friday, November 28, the National Hockey League’s Department of Player Safety announced today.

The incident occurred at 18:06 of the third period. Emelin was assessed a minor penalty for illegal check to the head.

The money goes to the Players’ Emergency Assistance Fund.

Create an Account

In order to leave a comment, please create an account.

About Kukla's Korner Hockey

Paul Kukla founded Kukla’s Korner in 2005 and the site has since become the must-read site on the ‘net for all the latest happenings around the NHL.

From breaking news to in-depth stories around the league, KK Hockey is updated with fresh stories all day long and will bring you the latest news as quickly as possible.

Email Paul anytime at [email protected]

Most Recent Posts

Most Recent Comments

Comment by dca in Abel to Yzerman from the entry Same Lineup Tonight - 2 minutes ago
Comment by Kate in Abel to Yzerman from the entry Same Lineup Tonight - 9 minutes ago
Comment by Kate in Abel to Yzerman from the entry Same Lineup Tonight - 18 minutes ago
Comment by dca in Abel to Yzerman from the entry Seider's Year - 36 minutes ago
Comment by Paul in Abel to Yzerman from the entry Same Lineup Tonight - 38 minutes ago