NHL upholds penalties against Golden Knights but hints at possible future draft compensation if team complies
The NHL has upheld penalties against the Vegas Golden Knights, including a $100,000 fine and the loss of a second-round draft pick. The penalties stem from head coach John Tortorella's refusal to address the media after a playoff game. However, the league hinted that future compliance could lead to potential draft compensation for the team.
- ▪The Golden Knights were fined $100,000 and stripped of their second-round draft pick.
- ▪These penalties were imposed due to head coach John Tortorella's media non-compliance after a playoff game.
- ▪The NHL suggested that compliance with league rules could result in future draft compensation for the team.
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OutKick-Sports NHL upholds penalties against Golden Knights but hints at possible future draft compensation if team complies Both penalties stand, but reports hint compliance could lead to future resolution By Matt Reigle OutKick Published May 19, 2026 1:53pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Dan Dakich BLASTS Stephen A. Smith's "Pathetic" Threat To Celtics Jaylen Brown | Don't @ Me w/ Dan Dakich Dan Dakich defends Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown as his explosive beef with Stephen A. Smith reaches a boiling point. After Brown slammed the "face of clickbait media" and told him to retire, Stephen A.
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