Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nik Antropov was assessed two game misconduct penalties in overtime of a 3-2 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. The second penalty was for abuse of an official - which carries an automatic three game suspension.
With the game tied 2-2 and 2:36 left in overtime, Antropov took a costly hooking penalty. Rod Brind'Amour scored on the power play, giving the Hurricanes the win.
Witnesses at the game say it appeared Antropov left the penalty box and threw his stick at the referee following the game winning goal.
The 27-year old Antropov has played in all 53 Leafs games this season and has tallied 18 goals and 23 assists. His 41 points is second best on the Leafs, behind only captain Mats Sundin.