JETS’ MYERS FINED $5,000 FOR CROSS-CHECKING
Winnipeg Jets defenseman Tyler Myers has been fined $5,000 for cross-checking San Jose Sharks forward Tommy Wingels during NHL Game No. 638 in Winnipeg on Tuesday, Jan. 12, the National Hockey League’s Department of Player Safety announced today.
The incident occurred at 12:55 of the third period. Myers was assessed a major penalty and game misconduct for cross-checking.
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The money goes to the Players’ Emergency Assistance Fund.
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