The NHL’s officiating problems were on full display Saturday night when refs missed a blatant penalty involving Patrik Laine during a crucial moment of the Montreal Canadiens game.
It’s just the latest in a string of questionable calls that have plagued recent Habs matches.
Look, everyone knows refs aren’t perfect. They’re human, and they’re going to miss things in a fast-paced game. That’s just reality.
But this one was different.
The missed call was so obvious that it’s left fans and hockey insiders scratching their heads. Even the most understanding supporters are having trouble defending this one.
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman loves to brag about having “the best officials in the world.” But moments like these make you wonder – are they really living up to that standard?
The play in question happened at a critical point in the game, when every call matters most. These aren’t just minor mistakes anymore – they’re game-changing blunders that can affect playoff races and team standings.
Hockey’s too fast and too important to have calls this obvious being missed. Something needs to change.
