National Hockey League

The forward of the Minnesota Wild is facing disciplinary action for boarding the L.A. Kings' Matt Roy.

Kevin Fiala
Icon Sportswire / David Berding

The incident occurred in the 25:34 minute of play of last night's game. Fiala received a major penalty for boarding and a game misconduct. Roy was not able to finish the game.

The forward is going to have his hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety today. Fiala is currently in his third season with the Minnesota Wild. In eight games this season, he has recorded three goals.

( 29 January 2021 | mso | Report an error )