Jacob Trouba's fine draws criticism from Panthers coach Paul Maurice
Fans and reporters alike eagerly anticipated Paul Maurice's reaction today, especially following the news that the NHL's Department of Player Safety had fined New York Rangers captain Jacob Trouba.
Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice has added a unique flair to his media sessions during the playoffs, turning them into impromptu stand-up comedy routines. Maurice didn't disappoint on Monday. He jumped at the opportunity to joke about the mere $5,000 fine Trouba received for his hit on Panthers forward Evan Rodrigues.
"Take the hat, pass it around. Poor lad. Poor Jake. He won't be able to eat."
Jacob Trouba's contract means his fine is less than a one game's pay
To put things into perspective, Trouba is in the sixth year of a seven-year contract with an average annual value and cap hit of $8 million per season. So, a $5,000 fine is indeed a drop in the bucket for him.
Despite his comedic approach, Maurice knew where to draw the line. He refrained from further criticizing the NHL's decision, avoiding any remarks that might lead to his own disciplinary action.
Source: HockeyFeed
Paul Maurice roasts the NHL over Trouba fine.
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