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"It's one you that you dont't apologize for": Kevin Bieksa, Elliotte Friedman weigh in on Max Domi's hit on Aleksander Barkov

  • During Game 4 of the Eastern Conference second-round series on May 11, 2025, Max Domi of the Toronto Maple Leafs hit Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov in Sunrise, Florida.
  • The hit, occurring in the final seconds, was a boarding penalty that escalated tensions between these Atlantic Division rivals, who now stand tied 2-2 in the series.
  • Domi delivered a late strike from behind, driving Barkov headfirst into the boards, which sparked a melee and led to multiple misconduct penalties during the Panthers' 2-0 victory.
  • The NHL fined Domi $5,000, the maximum under the collective bargaining agreement, but he avoided suspension, while coach Paul Maurice confirmed Barkov was not injured on the play.
  • With the series level, Game 5 is scheduled for Wednesday in Toronto, and both teams face heightened intensity as they vie for a conference semifinal lead.
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Leafs forward Domi fined $5,000 for late hit on Panthers captain Barkov

NEW YORK - Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi has avoided a suspension for his late hit from behind on Florida Panthers captain Alexander Barkov.

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Sportsnet broke the news in Canada on Monday, May 12, 2025.
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