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Originally Posted by Buckterrier
But before we get all over the officials how do we know they haven't been 'coached' on how to call the game by NHL brass?
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I believe that the officials are chosen for this very reason. They tend to let the players play, as is NHL playoff tradition. I thought that Hossa got away with a hook on Talbot's (?) glove on Sunday leading to a goal, but otherwise I think the officiating has been very good.
I do not like the 'new NHL' rules in front of the net. If they won't allow players to 'actively' remove guys standing in the crease (like the old days) then they should switch to the international rule where if an offensive player steps into the blue paint area the whistle is blown and the face-off is at centre ice. It is too easy to park yourself in front of the goalie now. (Which the 'Mule' is an expert at.)