Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk will not face additional disciplinary action from the NHL for his hit on Jake Guentzel, as officials deemed the five-minute major penalty sufficient. The Department of Player Safety attributed this decision to the nature of the hit, noting Tkachuk did not strike Guentzel's head. Coaches Maurice and Cooper engaged in media banter, reflecting the heated nature of the rivalry. Tkachuk currently leads the series in scoring with three goals and an assist, while Guentzel contributes with two goals and two assists, intensifying the competition between the teams.
The NHL Department of Player Safety determined that Tkachuk's five-minute major for his hit on Guentzel was sufficient punishment, as he didn't contact Guentzel's head.
Florida Panthers coach Paul Maurice and Tampa Bay coach Jon Cooper exchanged media jabs regarding player hits, emphasizing their teams' strategies in the contentious rivalry.
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