NHL sparks controversy with crucial decision for game 5 of Stanley Cup Finals
The NHL has stirred controversy with a critical decision ahead of tonight's fifth game of the Stanley Cup Finals, taking place in Florida.
As the Oilers face elimination once more, every aspect of the game is under intense scrutiny from fans and media alike.
The League has chosen to deploy referees referees Steve Kozari and Dan O'Rourke tonight for game 5 as the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers a pivotal match that could determine the season's outcome.
According to Scouting the Refs:
Refs for @EdmontonOilers @FlaPanthers are Dan O'Rourke (#9) and Steve Kozari (#40). Tonight's officials:
Controversial choice: NHL sends referees Dan O'Rourke and Steve Kozari to Game 5
During the playoffs, both Kozari and O'Rourke faced widespread criticism for alleged bias, with many accusing them of making questionable calls against the Oilers.
There is no reason, no reason at all, why the NHL should have picked Kozari. He's shown clear bias against Edmonton and there's a history of issues there. The simplest choice was just to select a different ref and somehow they f**k up. NHL proving why it remains the worst-run league
Wow. Rourke and Kozari ... Oilers are screwed.
This is how they fix the Finals. Using the same 4 biased refs throughout. Florida wins due to the all-American #buttmanAgenda. Here we go again... http://thebluepaint.com #31YearsAndCounting #ZipCodeCup #ButtmanAgenda #NHLBookiesRiggedHockeyLeague
After the Oilers' 8-1 victory over the Panthers in game four, neither Kozari nor O'Rourke officiated. With their return for game five, fans now have reason to speculate about potential biases.
Do you believe the NHL erred in their controversial referee selections for the Stanley Cup Finals?
Source: Hockey Patrol
NHL causes controversy over critical decision for Stanley Cup Finals game 5
| POLL |
JUIN 18 | 110 ANSWERS NHL sparks controversy with crucial decision for game 5 of Stanley Cup Finals Do you believe the NHL erred in their controversial referee selections for game five of the Stanley Cup Finals? |
| Yes | 75 | 68.2 % |
| No | 35 | 31.8 % |
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