The NHL fined Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander $5,000, the maximum allowed under the collective bargaining agreement, for making an obscene gesture during Sunday's loss to the Colorado Avalanche.
Nylander, currently sidelined with a groin injury, was shown on the broadcast from the press box pointing his middle finger at the camera.
"Only love for Leafs nation," Nylander posted on Instagram following the 4-1 loss. "Sorry about the moment of frustration today! Didn't mean to upset anyone. Looking forward to being back on the ice and not in the stands. Love Willy."