But first came the rookie lap. The NHL made the rule a few years back that any player coming into the NHL after the 2019-20 season is required to wear a helmet during warmups. If not, it'll result in the fine of $2,500.
A fine of $2,500 will come his way sooner rather than later. The Blackhawks may have told him to go out without it, and that they'll handle the fine.