Max Domi of the Toronto Maple Leafs received a $5,000 fine for boarding Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov in a controversial moment as time expired in Game 4 of their playoff series. This incident came amidst a physical battle that has characterized the series, which is now tied at two games each. Toronto head coach Craig Berube expressed discontent over an earlier elbowing incident involving Dmitry Kulikov and Mitch Marner, indicating a growing intensity as the series progresses.

Each game has featured numerous scrums, signaling the physical nature of this matchup. Domi's hit has sparked discussions about the increasing aggression in the series, prompting the Leafs to prepare for more physicality moving forward. With Game 5 approaching, both teams are looking to assert dominance in what has become a best-of-three for advancement.