The NHL said Monday that Manning will lose more than $10,833 in salary. The money goes to the players’ emergency assistance fund. (By The Associated Press)
Manning acknowledged the hit was late, but said he thought Guentzel was going to control the puck when he checked him. The puck bounced away from him and went toward Sidney Crosby. (Sam Carchidi) (Philly.com)
There was no penalty called on the play. Penguins Forward Jake Guentzel didn’t miss any time due to the hit.
A physical stay at home defenseman Manning has never been fined or suspended before this incident in his 130 game career.