New York Rangers forward Chris Kreider has been fined $5,000 for ripping off Dallas Stars forward Cody Eakin's helmet and hitting him in the head with it during a fight. The NHL announced the fine Wednesday, saying it was the maximum amount allowed for the offense under the collective bargaining agreement. Eakin had been suspended for four games for charging Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist in a Dec. 15 game.
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