NHL fines Predators' Weber for blow to Zetterberg's head

Tools

WPSD Sports

Story Created: Thu Apr 12, 2012 3:55 PM

Story Updated: Thu Apr 12, 2012 3:55 PM

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The NHL has fined Nashville defenseman Shea Weber $2,500 for slamming Detroit forward Henrik Zetterberg's head against the glass at the end of Game 1.

Weber was assessed a minor penalty for roughing, and the NHL announced the fine Thursday while the Predators were practicing.

The league noted the fine was the maximum allowed under the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Brendan Shanahan, the NHL's chief disciplinarian, says it was a reckless and reactionary play with Weber throwing a glancing punch before shoving Zetterberg's head into the glass. Shanahan says league officials were told Zetterberg did not suffer an apparent injury and is expected to play Friday in Game 2.

The NHL notes the play will be a factor if Weber is involved in any further incidents in the postseason.

Follow WPSD Sports on Facebook by clicking here.
Follow WPSD Twitter on Facebook by clicking here.

Vote for the Dunn's Outdoors Gridiron Glory Performance of the Week

Who had this week's Gridiron Glory Performance of the Week?

  • Paducah Tilghman QB Jessie Dunigan- 17 of 23 for 212 yards passing, 2 touchdowns
  • Graves County RB Zack Katzman- 21 carries for 176 yards, 1 touchdown
  • Mayfield RB Jonathan Jackson- School record 320 yards rushing, 4 touchdowns
  • Caldwell County QB Elijah Sindelar- 238 total yards, 1 touchdown
  • Lone Oak RB D'Juan Sherrill- 16 carries for 91 yards
  • Murray's backfield- 240 yards rushing against #1 Owensboro Catholic
  • Mayfield QB Jake Guhy- 18 of 21 for 248 yards, 1 touchdown
  • Caldwell County RB Jaylen Boyd- 238 yards, 5 touchdowns