A high-stick penalty has led to a maximum fine for a Washington Capitals forward after delivering a dangerous cross-check to a Philadelphia Flyers defender during preseason play. The incident occurred midway through the second period, with the player raising his stick deliberately to strike the opponent in the face. Under league rules, the fine represents the highest possible penalty under the current collective bargaining agreement. The hit underscores ongoing concerns about player safety and enforcement of stick-handling rules in the NHL.

According to NHL Player Safety, Capitals forward Andrew Cristall has been fined $2,250.86, the maximum allowable under the CBA, for cross-checking Hunter Mcdonald in their preseason game against the Philadelphia Flyers. The hit occurred at 7:07 of the second period, when Cristall raised his stick high to cross-check the Flyers defender in the face. This […]