Sam Carrick faces consequences for low blowing Dmitry Kulikov
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Chaos erupted in game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals, following a hefty hit by Dmitry Kulikov on Oilers' Sam Carrick, leading to a retaliatory slash in a sensitive area.
The Florida Panthers aimed to maintain the intensity from Game 1 into Game 2 to assert control over the Stanley Cup Finals. As part of this strategy, defenseman Dmitry Kulikov delivered a crushing hit on Sam Carrick. Shortly after, Carrick sought retribution with a slash aimed between Kulikov's legs.
Dmitry Kulikov NAILS Sam Carrick and Carrick gets him back between the legs
The altercation resulted in penalties being issued and both players being separated. While Kulikov avoided a penalty, Carrick received a two-minute penalty for slashing and a 10-minute misconduct for unsportsmanlike conduct. The Panthers ultimately secured a 4-1 victory.
The series now shifts to Edmonton, with the Oilers urgently needing a win to stay competitive. Another loss could spell the end of their Stanley Cup aspirations for 2024.
UPDATE
Edmonton's Sam Carrick has been fined $2,213.54, the maximum allowable under the CBA, for slashing Florida's Dmitry Kulikov.
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