NHL commissioner Gary Bettman issued the Flyers a warning, apparently telling them the next suspension will result in hefty fines for the organization. Cote was the fifth Flyers player to be suspended through 25 games, boosting the total suspensions this season to 52 games.

"The question was raised about ramifications if it happens again," GM Paul Holmgren said, refusing to elaborate. "Obviously, we're under watch, I guess."

— Sporting News