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Former Bruins Star Fined By NHL

The NHL has announced that former Boston Bruins defenseman Dougie Hamilton has been fined $2,000 for diving/embellishment.

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The NHL gave Hamilton his first citation after diving during the New Jersey Devils' Nov. 4 contest against the Edmonton Oilers, which resulted in his receiving a warning. Now, after receiving his second citation for breaking NHL Rule 64, he has landed this $2,000 fine.

Hamilton's second citation was given to him for diving during the Devils' matchup against the New York Rangers on Dec. 23.

Dougie Hamilton<p>© Winslow Townson-Imagn Images</p>
Dougie Hamilton

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Hamilton, 31, has five goals, 25 points, and a plus-1 rating in 41 games this season with the Devils. In 178 games over three seasons as a Bruin, he had 22 goals, 83 points, and a plus-23 rating.

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