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Jets defenseman Dustin Byfuglien fined $2,500

NEW YORK -- The NHL has fined Winnipeg Jets defenseman Dustin Byfuglien for slashing Calgary Flames forward Johnny Gaudreau.

The league announced the $2,500 fine on Friday.

The slashing occurred 17:51 into the third period of Calgary's 4-1 win Thursday night at Winnipeg. Byfuglien was assessed a minor penalty.