Stamkos assessed misconduct for tossing stick into stands, could face discipline

Steven Stamkos committed a big no-no Thursday in Boston. 

Trying to help his Tampa Bay Lightning get the extra point in overtime against the Bruins, Stamkos snapped his stick on a shot attempt and tossed it towards his bench. 

Unfortunately, the stick landed in the stands, resulting in a 10-minute misconduct.

The penalty disqualified Tampa's sniper from the ensuing shootout, which the Lightning lost. 

It's also likely to catch the attention of the NHL head office.

As a reminder, Toronto's Mats Sundin was suspended for one game back in 2004 for a similar stick toss.