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Eric Engels Believes the Referees May Have Made a Big Mistake During Last Night's Canadiens Game
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Sportsnet journalist, Eric Engels, completely disagrees with one of the decisions made by the referees last night at the Bell Centre.
During the matchup between the Montreal Canadiens and the Ottawa Senators, a goal scored by Mike Amadio was first disallowed, then ultimately awarded to the visitors.
See the sequence in question here:
Well, according to Eric Engels, it was a mistake, and that goal should never have been allowed...
"I'm actually really surprised that was overturned. I understand the logic Montembeault could reset, but based on how those plays have been called in the past...
Anyway, 2-2 going to the third."
- Eric Engels
Anyway, 2-2 going to the third."
- Eric Engels
A referee decision that's sparking discussion today in the NHL
The way goaltender interference is judged in the National Hockey League unfortunately remains so inconsistent that it continues to fuel controversy in this regard - and not just in Montreal!
Would it really be that difficult to have a clear, precise, and uniform rule?
Anyway, let's recall that Martin St-Louis' squad won 4-3 in overtime last night against the Senators.
It was Alex Newhook who gave his team the win in overtime, following a generous "pass" from forward Drake Batherson.
"The Canadiens grab two points against the Senators thanks to Newhook's Subway Canada OT winner!" - Sportsnet
The excellent start to the season continues for the Canadiens, who remain in first place in the Atlantic Division!
And you, what's your opinion regarding this specific referee decision?
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NOVEMBRE 2 | 1070 ANSWERS Eric Engels Believes the Referees May Have Made a Big Mistake During Last Night's Canadiens Game Do you think that second Senators goal should have counted? | ||
| Yes | 284 | 26.5 % |
| No, it was a mistake by the referees | 786 | 73.5 % |
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