: a 2-minute suspension of a player in ice hockey with no substitute allowed
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Malkin was assessed a minor penalty for cross-checking, a major penalty for slashing and a game misconduct 35 seconds into the second period of the Penguins' 4-1 loss to the Sabres on Thursday night.—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026 After the Crusaders killed off a minor penalty, Cathedral had a breakaway chance that saw Talen Ruprecht smash the post.—Andrew Cornelius, Twin Cities, 4 Mar. 2026 Crinon received a minor penalty, and Canada scored just 25 seconds into the ensuing power play, per ESPN.—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026 Crinon received a minor penalty for the hit.—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for minor penalty