Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson has been fined $5,000 for roughing Ottawa Senators forward Ridly Greig in Saturday’s preseason meeting in Montreal.
The fine is the maximum permitted under the NHL’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. The play came in preseason Game No. 65 on Sept. 26.
Quick facts
- Player fined: Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson
- Opponent involved: Senators forward Ridly Greig
- Infraction: Roughing
- Time of incident: 10:43 of the second period
- Discipline: $5,000 fine, the CBA maximum
- Fund receiving the money: Players’ Emergency Assistance Fund
Matheson received a minor penalty for roughing at 10:43 of the middle frame. No suspension was issued.
The $5,000 assessment will be directed to the Players’ Emergency Assistance Fund as the Canadiens and Senators continue through the preseason schedule.
