I’m not sure how many of us would have predicted it, but here we are. The Edmonton Oilers are in the Western Conference Finals and four wins away from returning to the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time since 2006.
The dream became more realistic on Thursday night when Connor McDavid scored the winner of overtime ahead of Jacob Markstrom, giving the Oilers a 5-4 victory on the night and a 4-1 series victory. That goal, however, was not the only topic of discussion for that party.
By the end of the third period, it looked like Blake Coleman had given his own 5-4 to the Flames. However, after a review, the goal was recovered. Officials said Coleman threw the record in front of Mike Smith. Whenever a decision like this is made, a conversation arises from both parties. Should it be a goal? Shouldn’t I?
Now, here’s where I open the stage for you, Oilersnation. What did you think of the call?
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Yes. I’m a fan of the Oilers and that was a bad call. I’m glad they won … but that was a goal.
– Derrick (@ OILFAN73) May 27, 2022
Yes, but Calgary should have scored more because his season did not feature referees
– Matapumo (@Matapumo) May 27, 2022
The call-up was a goal, the referees watched the game for a long time and felt that they had clearly seen enough of a kick move to cancel out their original call-up. The referees don’t want to do that, so no goal is a right call.
– @ raybanman72 (@ raybanman72) May 27, 2022
I like this take on Ray. The referees were irrelevant throughout the match. The whistles were far away, and they wanted no affiliation with how the result ended on the ice.
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I think he kicked it, yes. I should have counted, too. If no goal had been declared on the ice, I see that the call is maintained. I’m surprised it turned upside down
– X- Scott Hood (@ Hoodlum0404) May 27, 2022
Yes. I don’t know how you can intentionally kick while you’re in the process of falling. It was close, but even as a fan of the Oilers I thought it was a goal.
– Zill NoLove Zachman (@ZacharyZillman) May 27, 2022
I think the great thing about takeaway here is that the rule is silly. We should do this to get more results from the game from the hands of the referee and the war room. I’m worried that if the kick is more frequent, it puts the goalkeepers and downed players in more danger, but I’m not sure how valid that is.
– x – OilScud (@ScottBiggsify) May 27, 2022
By definition the rule was the right call, but I have seen many similar or worse called as a goal that I would legitimately be angry if the flames were my team.
– x-Bone (@bonejrp) May 27, 2022
No. Clear stitch movement.
– WhyCoreyWhy (@ WhyCoreyWhy1) May 27, 2022
Best question … would it really matter?
– Heather (@ Heather29723283) May 27, 2022
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By rule of law, no
According to the reffing standard that has been followed, it was a stretch to think he would fall. I can see why the Flames fan is upset because the rule of law was suddenly followed.
That said, the tears of Calgary Flames fans are just fuel for the playoffs.
– Mainlander Tim (@ComeFromAwayNL) May 27, 2022
Honestly, I thought I should have counted until I heard Coleman’s post-game interview.
– RJ Boyer (@ RJBoyer10) May 27, 2022
It was a little weird to hear Coleman’s comments after the game. Basically, to admit that he kicked the record, which should end this whole debate.
The reverse angle convinced me. Different stitch movement. Surprisingly, they say the same thing.
– Bruce McCurdy (@BruceMcCurdy) May 27, 2022
I agree with Bruce.
My initial thought was no. I didn’t think it was enough to cancel the call on ice.
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Yes, Coleman puts on this record. Any football player will tell you that … #Flames #Oilers #NHL pic.twitter.com/iVDxI59pLu
– Derek Van Diest (@DerekVanDiest) May 27, 2022
That’s the angle Bruce is referring to, and I suppose that’s what changed the NHL’s decision. He seems to be kicking her.
However, there are a few different factors to consider from the other side of the argument.
- He was falling on the ice and skating on one leg.
- Did Cody Ceci force Coleman’s leg in that direction?
- Which is even a far-fetched kick move.
My initial reaction to the review was goalkeeper interference. When Coleman grabbed Mike Smith’s pad, I thought the record came loose. When they said he kicked the record, he wasn’t sure what the call would be.
Honestly, I’m still not sure what the rule is. We have seen goals scored.
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It will be a debate for a long time. However, it is not as if it were a definitive play. Calgary had plenty of time to re-score in regulation and then in overtime.
Then, as a fan of the Edmonton Oilers, we were on the other side of a terrible call, Ryan Kesler, in 2017. It’s much nicer to be on this side of the situation. The Oilers were the best team for four of the five games and deservedly are in the Western Conference Finals.
That said, bring the Colorado avalanche.