Important last-minute NHL change that will greatly please Leafs fans
If you are following the series between the Lightning and Maple Leafs, you may be aware of the controversy surrounding referee Wes McCauley, who was an official in the last game, and Toronto head coach Sheldon Keefe.
Following the first game, fans overwhelmingly accused McCauley of influencing the outcome in favour of Tampa Bay.
While some felt it was simply sore loser behavior to blame the referees after a 7-3 loss, the NHL was quick to address the volatile situation, announcing that referees Eric Furlatt and Trevor Hanson will officiate the second matchup in Toronto.
McCauley and Keefe have a long history of conflict, including a hearing where Keefe testified against McCauley's brother-in-law.
In the flurry of controversy over McCauley's officiating in Game 1, some have also noted that Tampa Bay has not lost with him as referee this season.
In short, this is a league decision that Maple Leafs fans will be very happy to see.
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| POLL | ||
AVRIL 20 | 203 ANSWERS Important last-minute NHL change that will greatly please Leafs fans Do you think the refereeing influenced the outcome of the first game? | ||
| Yes | 127 | 62.6 % |
| No | 76 | 37.4 % |
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