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Canucks’ Myers fined for slashing Oilers’ McDavid

NEW YORK – Vancouver Canucks defenceman Tyler Myers has been fined US$2,500 for slashing against Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid, the NHL Department of Safety announced Sunday.

The incident occurred at 8:25 of the third period of the Canucks’ 3-1 loss to the Oilers on Saturday night.

As McDavid approached the net without the puck, Myers appeared to hit McDavid in the groin area with his stick.

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No penalty was called on the play but Myers was called for delay of game at 9:07 of the frame.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 12, 2025.

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