‘They admitted it wasn’t a penalty’ – Brendan Gallagher
October 24, 2025
‘They admitted it wasn’t a penalty’ – Brendan Gallagher
20 comments
That game was just pure chaos
What’s embarrassing for the NHL is if the refs know they blew a call the only way they can make it right is to make a bad call on the other team to even it up… which just makes them look even worse and makes the players even more frustrated.
They need to introduce a challenge system for penalties, nothing intricate… give the official a replay and let them get it right. It shouldn’t be that hard we as fans already see a replay as the player is skating to the box and know immediately if it was a good call or not.
Coaches get multiple challenges to use on goals / penalties / whatever. 1st challenge, no penalty if wrong. 2nd challenge, 2 minute delay of game penalty if wrong, forfeit timeout.
The MLB is so far ahead of the NHL in this regard and its concerning they aren’t looking at ways to improve the integrity of the game (while also improving the existing challenge system).
So an unsportsmanlike to make up for it lol. Asshole refs.
NHL reffing desperately needs to be addressed.
NHL refs should be able to instantly reverse a call on the ice if they know it’s a mistake. I wouldn’t mind hearing “After a talk, the call on the ice is reversed, no call on the play”
The refs were jokers
Refs should be investigated 100%!
Garrett Rank and Chris Schlenker
Mark those refs names boys!
If/when they ref another Montreal game, I’ll be watching closely for more of their Hogwash!
Sorry we made a mistake, here’s another penalty.
It is silly. The game is so fast these days, the refs can’t keep up. They need another ref in the press box to be able to do a third review and overturn a call as needed. The reffing in the NHL isn’t consistent.
There have been several games this year where it was obvious the refs were favoring one team over another. But because it’s the habs involved in this one, it makes the news.
Chris Lee is so happy right now.
Respect to Gally here. Telling it like it is, staying cool. Good guy!
“[excuses]” – Brendan Gallagher
Everything about last night screamed I told my buddies to bet on this outcome and I am going to do whatever it takes to get that outcome. It’s highly suspicious behaviour.
Better hope you have audio proof or the cost will start at $2K fine.
a u18 ref can probably do a better job then them
Its a game in october cry more
Dang really well spoken. Respectful and cool headed but still called them out. Well done Gally
Refs should have pressers post game to explain their actions. They’re part of the game like everyone else out there. Costing a team 2 pts is unacceptable. Imagine Habs missing playoffs by 1 pt??
20 comments
That game was just pure chaos
What’s embarrassing for the NHL is if the refs know they blew a call the only way they can make it right is to make a bad call on the other team to even it up… which just makes them look even worse and makes the players even more frustrated.
They need to introduce a challenge system for penalties, nothing intricate… give the official a replay and let them get it right. It shouldn’t be that hard we as fans already see a replay as the player is skating to the box and know immediately if it was a good call or not.
Coaches get multiple challenges to use on goals / penalties / whatever. 1st challenge, no penalty if wrong. 2nd challenge, 2 minute delay of game penalty if wrong, forfeit timeout.
The MLB is so far ahead of the NHL in this regard and its concerning they aren’t looking at ways to improve the integrity of the game (while also improving the existing challenge system).
So an unsportsmanlike to make up for it lol. Asshole refs.
NHL reffing desperately needs to be addressed.
NHL refs should be able to instantly reverse a call on the ice if they know it’s a mistake. I wouldn’t mind hearing “After a talk, the call on the ice is reversed, no call on the play”
The refs were jokers
Refs should be investigated 100%!
Garrett Rank and Chris Schlenker
Mark those refs names boys!
If/when they ref another Montreal game, I’ll be watching closely for more of their Hogwash!
Sorry we made a mistake, here’s another penalty.
It is silly. The game is so fast these days, the refs can’t keep up. They need another ref in the press box to be able to do a third review and overturn a call as needed. The reffing in the NHL isn’t consistent.
There have been several games this year where it was obvious the refs were favoring one team over another. But because it’s the habs involved in this one, it makes the news.
Chris Lee is so happy right now.
Respect to Gally here. Telling it like it is, staying cool. Good guy!
“[excuses]” – Brendan Gallagher
Everything about last night screamed I told my buddies to bet on this outcome and I am going to do whatever it takes to get that outcome. It’s highly suspicious behaviour.
Better hope you have audio proof or the cost will start at $2K fine.
a u18 ref can probably do a better job then them
Its a game in october cry more
Dang really well spoken. Respectful and cool headed but still called them out. Well done Gally
Refs should have pressers post game to explain their actions. They’re part of the game like everyone else out there. Costing a team 2 pts is unacceptable. Imagine Habs missing playoffs by 1 pt??